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hooker

UK
/ˈhʊkə/
US
/ˈhʊkər/

Translations

hookernoun
hookers
pl
UK
/ˈhʊkə/
US
/ˈhʊkər/
prostituéeFamilier.
The police arrested several hookers during the raid on the illegal brothel.
La police a arrêté plusieurs prostituées lors de la descente dans le bordel illégal.
talonneurRugby.
The hooker played a crucial role in securing possession for the team during the match.
Le talonneur a joué un rôle crucial pour assurer la possession au cours du match.
Additional translations
crocheteurRare.
cotreNavire de pêche, emploi ancien.
Synonyms
sex worker
streetwalker
escort
call girl
prostitute
hookeradjective
more hooker
Comp.
most hooker
Super.
UK
/ˈhʊk.ə/
US
/ˈhʊk.ɚ/
Used attributively, e.g., "hooker heels", to denote association with prostitutes
de prostituéeSe dit d'une apparence, d'une tenue ou d'un style associés aux prostituées.
He referred to the flashy outfit as having a hooker look.
Il a dit que cette tenue tape-à-l'œil avait un air de prostituée.

Definitions

hookernoun
A person, especially a woman, who engages in sexual activity for payment; a prostitute.
The police arrested several hookers during the raid on the illegal brothel.
A player in rugby who is positioned in the front row of the scrum and is responsible for winning the ball.
The hooker played a crucial role in securing possession for the team during the match.
A type of boat used for fishing, especially in the past.
The old hooker was still seaworthy and used by the local fishermen.
One that hooks; a person or device that fastens, catches, or pulls things by means of a hook.
With a quick motion, the seasoned angler proved himself a skilful hooker, snagging the trout in seconds.
hookeradjective
Relating to or characteristic of prostitutes; suggestive of or resembling the style or appearance associated with sex workers.
He referred to the flashy outfit as having a hooker look.
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