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Meaning of hooker
A person, typically a woman, who engages in prostitution.
Etymology of hooker
The word "hooker" originated in the 17th century, likely derived from the Dutch word "hoer", meaning "whore"
The term initially referred to a prostitute or a woman of loose morals
Over time, the word took on additional meanings, including the rugby player and the ship's boat
Synonyms
prostitute
sex worker
harlot
courtesan
streetwalker
call girl
escort
mistress
concubine
paramour
seductress
temptress
siren
femme fatale
woman of the night
lady of the evening
working girl
fallen woman
loose woman
wanton
strumpet
tramp
slut
hussy
trollop
doxy
bawd
madam
whore
strumpet
jezebel
adulteress
fornicatress
Definitions
- A person who engages in prostitution, especially a woman
- In rugby, a player who hooks the ball in a scrum
- A ship's boat with a hook or claw for recovering an anchor
- A device for catching or holding something, especially a fishhook
Usage Examples
- The city has a significant problem with hookers and prostitution in the downtown area
- The rugby team's hooker was injured during the game
- The fisherman used a hooker to catch the large fish