eyehook

[ ahy-hook ]

noun

1. hook and eye ( def 3 ).

eyehook

/ ˈaɪˌhʊk /

noun

1. a hook attached to a ring at the extremity of a rope or chain

Word History and Origins

Origin of eyehook¹

eye + hook ¹

Example Sentences

Screw a ½-inch eyehook into the top back corners of each frame.

From Southern Living

Thread one end of twine through each eyehook, and loosely tie them in the middle of the back of each frame.

From Southern Living