Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Hood.
How to pronounce hood:
US
Hood - as a noun
An aggressive and violent young criminal
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
goonhoodlumpunkstrong-armertoughtoughieHypernyms (Closely Related)
criminalcrookfelonmalefactoroutlawHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A tubular attachment used to keep stray light out of the lens of a camera
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lens hood(falconry) a leather covering for a hawk's head
Metal covering leading to a vent that exhausts smoke or fumes
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exhaust hoodHypernyms (Closely Related)
coveringHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A headdress that protects the head and face
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
headdressheadgearHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine
Example: "There are powerful engines under the hoods of new cars"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bonnetcowlcowling(zoology) an expandable part or marking that resembles a hood on the head or neck of an animal
Hood - as a verb
Cover with a hood
Example: "The bandits were hooded"
Hood - as an adjective
Relating to inner-city everyday life, both positive and negative aspects; especially people’s attachment to and love for their neighborhoods.
Example Sentences
"He pulled up the hood of his jacket to protect himself from the rain."
"The kids played basketball in the neighborhood hood."
"The car's hood was dented after the accident."
"She wore a hood to conceal her identity."
"The thief wore a black hood to cover his face."
Word Game Points
Is HOOD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hood is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HOOD has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is HOOD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hood is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHOOD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is HOOD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hood is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHOOD has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
