can hook

can hook
noun
Etymology: probably from can (II) “barrel”
: a device that consists of a short rope or jointed bar with flat hooks at each end and that is used for hoisting casks or barrels by the ends of the staves

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • Can hook — A device consisting of a short rope with flat hooks at each end, for hoisting casks or barrels by the ends of the staves. [1913 Webster] || …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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  • hook up with sth — Ⅰ. UK US hook up (with sb/sth) Phrasal Verb with hook({{}}/hʊk/ verb [T] INFORMAL ► to meet or begin to work with another person or organization: »a conference where startup companies can hook up with investors Ⅱ. UK US hook (sth) up …   Financial and business terms

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