ˈbʌt.ən.hʊk

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ice skate, especially one with a free-wheeling mechanism, that allows the foot to slide with minimal friction on the ice.

“The figure skater used a buttonhook to glide smoothly across the rink.”

2. noun

A curve or bend in a road or path, especially one that is sharp or sudden.

“The buttonhook in the road made it difficult to navigate the winding route.”