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Large Iron Hook Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is GAFF which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: GAFF

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RankLettersAnswerClue
199%4Exact Match!
231%7 Performed in 'Hook' as Captain Hook
331%8 Forming a hook or hook-like shape

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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New York Times27 Sep 2010 Down 27
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