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    Crochet (en. Hook)

    /kʁoʃɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Instrument used to pierce and pull threads in fabric or wool.
    She started learning crochet to make wool accessories.
    Elle a commencé à apprendre le crochet pour faire des accessoires en laine.
    Stitch made with a hook.
    This pattern consists of several types of hooks.
    Ce modèle est composé de plusieurs types de crochets.
    In music, a note of a certain duration.
    The rhythm of the song is marked by hooks.
    Le rythme de la chanson est marqué par des crochets.
    verb
    To work with a hook to create fabrics.
    She is crocheting a beautiful blanket for winter.
    Elle crochète un magnifique plaid pour l’hiver.
    To attach something with a hook.
    He hooked his coat on the door.
    Il a crocheté son manteau sur la porte.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'crochet', a diminutive of 'croche' meaning 'hooks'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dentist's hook
    Instrument used to examine teeth.
    crochet de dentiste
    car hook
    Device for attaching a trailer.
    crochet de voiture
    neck hook
    Expression to refer to a kind of pain or tension in the neck.
    crochet au cou

    Related Words

    knit
    Action of creating a fabric using threads and needles.
    tricoter
    stitch
    An element or a mark in a fabric or material.
    point
    ball of yarn
    Set of wound yarn, often used for crocheting.
    pelote

    Slang Meanings

    To participate in an activity with a lot of enthusiasm.
    She was crocheting the evenings so much that we couldn't stop laughing.
    Elle crochetait tellement les soirées qu'on ne pouvait plus s'arrêter de rire.
    To get caught or trapped.
    He was caught by the police while he was fleeing.
    Il a été croché par la police alors qu'il fuyait.