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hookup
nounC1
/ˈhʊkʌp/A connection, especially one that enables a relationship, device, or system to function.
hookworm
nounLow
/ˈhʊk.wɜːm/A small parasitic roundworm that infects the intestines of humans and animals, often entering through the skin.
hookworm disease
nounLow
/ˈhʊk wɜːm dɪˈziːz/An infection of the intestines caused by parasitic worms (hookworms) that attach to the intestinal wall and feed on blood, leading to anemia and other symptoms.
hooky
nounLow
/ˈhʊk.i/The act of avoiding or missing school or work without permission; truancy.
hooley
nounC2 (very low frequency, specialized term)
/ˈhuːli/A lively party, especially one with music, dancing, and alcohol.
hoolie
nounVery Rare
/ˈhuːli/A wild, noisy, and lively party or celebration.
hooligan
adjectivenounC1
/ˈhuːlɪɡ(ə)n/A violent, destructive, or rowdy young person, often associated with aggressive group behaviour at sporting events or public disturbances.
hoon
nounC2
/huːn/To drive or behave in a reckless, noisy, or showy manner.
hoop
nounverbverb-transitiveB1
/huːp/A circular band or ring, typically made of metal, wood, or plastic, used for holding things together, as a toy, or as part of a game or structure.
hoop back
nounLow
/huːp bæk/A chair back consisting of a single, continuous wooden piece, often semicircular, that forms the top rail and sides in one.
hoop iron
nounC1/C2 (Specialized)
/ˈhuːp ˌaɪən/Thin strips or bands of iron or steel, typically with a rectangular cross-section, used for binding barrels, crates, or wooden structures.
hoop pine
nounRare/Very Low
/ˈhuːp ˌpaɪn/A species of coniferous tree (Araucaria cunninghamii) native to eastern Australia and New Guinea.
hoop skirt
nounC1 - Low Frequency / Specialized
/ˈhuːp skɜːt/A woman's skirt stretched over a framework of flexible hoops (originally whalebone, later steel or rattan) to create a wide, bell-shaped silhouette.
hoop snake
nounVery Low
/ˈhuːp sneɪk/A mythical creature from American folklore, described as a snake that can grasp its tail in its mouth to form a hoop and roll after prey.
hoop-de-do
nounlow
/ˌhuːp dɪ ˈduː/A commotion, fuss, or noisy, excited activity; a lively, celebratory event.
hoop-petticoat narcissus
nounRare/Specialist
/ˌhuːp ˈpet.i.kəʊt nɑːˈsɪs.əs/A species of daffodil (Narcissus bulbocodium) characterized by a large, flaring, funnel-shaped corona (the trumpet) that resembles a historical hoop petticoat.
hooper
nounRare (C2)
/ˈhuːpə/A person who makes or fits hoops, especially for barrels or casks.
hoopla
nounC1/C2
/ˈhuːp.lɑː/Exaggerated, excited, and often misleading publicity or noise surrounding something.
hoopman
nounLow
/ˈhuːpmən/A basketball player, particularly one skilled in scoring with the hoop (basket).
hoopoe
nounLow-frequency
/ˈhuː.puː/A distinctive medium-sized bird with a long, down-curved bill and a prominent erectile crest of black-tipped feathers, known for its pinkish-brown plumage.

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