hooker
6 synonyms for hooker, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Rugby: the player in the front row of the scrum who hooks the ball back with their foot.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Unknown. The "prostitute" sense is the subject of a folk etymology connecting it to General Hooker of the American Civil War, but the earliest known use dates to 1835, decades before the war. Less implausibly, it has also been connected to a coastal feature called a hook (“A spit or narrow cape of sand or gravel turned...
Full origin of hooker →Frequently asked questions
What does “hooker” mean?
The word “hooker” means rugby: the player in the front row of the scrum who hooks the ball back with their foot. In plain terms, depending on context: a rugby position, or crude slang for a sex worker.
How do you pronounce “hooker”?
“Hooker” is pronounced HUUK-uh (/ˈhʊk.ɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hooker” in a sentence?
Here is “hooker” used in a sentence: “The hooker won the ball cleanly at the base of the scrum.”
What part of speech is “hooker”?
“Hooker” is a noun.
Is “hooker” a common word?
“Hooker” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “hooker” have?
“Hooker” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: rugby: the player in the front row of the scrum who hooks the ball back with their foot.
What does a hooker do in rugby?
The hooker is the player in the front row of the scrum whose job is to hook the ball back with their foot once it enters the scrum, helping their team gain possession.
Why is the rugby position called 'hooker'?
The position is named for the specific action the player performs during a scrum, using their foot to 'hook' the ball backward toward their own team.
