hookup
|hook/up|
B2
/ˈhʊkˌʌp/
connection or casual encounter
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hookup' originates from the English words 'hook' and 'up', where 'hook' meant 'to catch or fasten' and 'up' indicated 'completion or connection'.
Historical Evolution
'hook' and 'up' combined in the 20th century to form 'hookup', initially used in the context of connections or links.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a connection or link', but over time it evolved to also mean 'a casual sexual encounter'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a casual sexual encounter or relationship.
They had a hookup after the party.
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Noun 2
a connection or link, especially for electronic devices.
The cable hookup was installed yesterday.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42