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| Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
| 1 | 99% | 4 | Exact Match! | |
| 2 | 32% | 7 | Iron hook with a handle | |
| 3 | 31% | 7 | Performed in 'Hook' as Captain Hook | |
Hook With A Handle Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 119 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
GAFF which was last seen in the New York Times Bonus crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
GAFF
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "GAFF" which means:
- noun
- • A sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock
- • A spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail
- • An iron hook with a handle; used for landing large fish verb
- • To use a gaff, especially to land a fish.
- • To cheat or hoax.
- • To gamble.
- • To affix or cover with gaffer tape.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He forgot to remove the gaff from the hook before casting his fishing line."
- • "The comedian's gaff during the live performance made everyone laugh even harder."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times Bonus01 Sep 2009 | Down 49 | |
| New York Times06 Mar 2001 | Across 10 | |
| New York Times13 Jan 1984 | Across 40 | |
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