NYT Dictionary

HOOKING

/ˈhʊkɪŋ/
VerbNounHOOK-inghook-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 9

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2025

Meaning

present participle and gerund of hook

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

hookdrawoverchargesoaksurchargegazumpfleeceplumepluckrob

Antonyms

unhookundercharge

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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