crotchet

/krɒtʃɪt/ or /krɒtʃɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, usually curved, hook used for fastening or hanging things.

“She picked up the crotchet from the hook on the wall.”

2. verb

To crochet or fasten something with a crotchet.

“He crotcheted the string to the post.”

3. verb

To catch or hold something with a crotchet.

“The hook crotchetted the fish’s fin.”

Synonyms

  • crochet
  • hook

Antonyms

  • uncatchable
  • unhookable