These examples are from the cambridge english corpus and from sources on the web. In some cases the surname may be habitational from any of various places named hooke, from this word, as for example in devon, dorset, hampshire, surrey, wiltshire, and worcestershire. She then took the exact same book, changed a small amount of the content, and changed the original title to a different title, how to satisfy a woman every timeand have her beg for more. Hasanis awesome book of names was originally an everexpanding set of 3ring binders in which i collected names, along with their language of origin, meaning, and variations. Shemot opens with a list of the names of the children of israel as they came down to egypt, counting each. As a last name hooks was the 2,125 th most popular name in 2010. I would think very carefully signing your name to those documents. The hook those critical initial sentences of a query letter from an author, or the opening of the book proposal itself are the first and most important words that agents and acquiring editors read hooks that capture and delight us.
The surname hooks was first found in devon where one of the first records of the name was found in 105071 in a reference of old english bynames of. Their meanings, origins, and spiritual significance expanded ed. Learn the meaning of the boys name hook on baby name wizard, your trusted source for baby name origins, popularity and more. A curved or sharply bent device, usually of metal, used to catch, drag, suspend, or fasten something else. Hook means hater of our king whom is refering to the gds founder larry hoover. Each name is listed with the most prevalent spelling first followed by variations of the name. Recorded as hook, hooke, hooker, hookes, hooks, huck, huke, hocke and huckes, this is a very early english medieval surname. It makes a reader keep turning the page, thus meaning an agenteditor will request the full manuscript. The spiritual connotation of the name is then listed along with a verse that the author felt illustrated that characteristic. Find the meaning, history and popularity of given names from around the world. Shemot, the hebrew title of the book of exodus, means names, suggesting how significant the issue of identity will be as the saga of jewish slavery, redemption, and revelation unfolds. The next part is where this book stands out from the other name books. Meaning hook, a curved piece of metal for catching fishes. We estimate that there are at least 4300 persons in the world having this name which is around 0.
You may be trying to write a first line for your book that draws your reader into the story right away and encourages them. Meaning holder for a telephone receiver is from 1885 and continued in use after the mechanism evolved. Hook is handcuffing someone and book is booking them in jail. Later in the assize rolls of lincolnshire, the latin form of the name, hervicus and richard hoc were listed in 1218.
The oldest recorded birth by the social security administration for the name hooks is tuesday, january 25th, 1876. For years, this book has been the treasury of the meanings and origins of names, a welcome help in researching the rich heritage behind a name. The hook family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland between 1840 and 1920. The secret meaning of names is a book for everyone who is curious about themself. The hook those critical initial sentences of a query letter from an author, or the opening of the book proposal itself are the first and most important words that agents and acquiring editors read. A variety of background paint colors as well as adorable scrap papers are available gender specific and well as gender neutral. Gloria jean watkins born september 25, 1952, better known by her pen name bell hooks, is an american author, professor, feminist, and social activist. The surname hook was first found in devon where one of the first records of the name was found in 105071 in a reference of old english bynames of devon.
If something goes wrong in the company, it could be you on the hook. Same book, same content, just a different title i would argue a perfect title. When was the first name hooks first recorded in the united states. For example, the name blaine is a gaelic name with the variations blain, blane, and blayne listed. Definition of off the hook in the idioms dictionary. Hook definition, a curved or angular piece of metal or other hard substance for catching, pulling, holding, or suspending something. Now this valuable reference has been updated for the next generation with new names and. The name book is the place to go when selecting your babys name. Their name comes from having lived in the place called hooke in devon. The hooks name has descended through the generations from the ancient anglosaxon culture. Hepe was the medieval name for a curved billhook gower didnt use the modern by hook or by crook version of the phrase, but it is clear that he was using the reference to hooks and crooks in the same sense that we do now.
Today ill list some tips on how to write a powerful hook for your book proposal. Get ideas for baby names or discover your own name s history. These collections are carefully curated to include the types of books every teacher needs as part of a classroom library to nurture the reading development of students in hisher specific grade. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the usa, and how they made the journey from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure. It means that it is relatively shortlength, compared to the other names in our database. We estimate that there are at least 200 persons in the world having this name which is around 0. Can we date this quote by alexander pope and provide title, authors full name, and other details. The hook book libraries offer the best 50, 100 or 200 titles for each grade across a wide range of reading levels. Jan 17, 2010 i cant help smiling when i read a good hook. The most literal definition of the word hook as a noun is the curved piece of metal. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Interesting book with a vast list of names, with origins, meanings, languages, etc. Hook definition is a curved or bent device for catching, holding, or pulling. An appropriate verse of scripture accompanies each name, offering parents a special way to bless their children.
No other book on the market approaches the subject from such a specifically christian perspective, offering each names spiritual significance and life verse. Hepe was the medieval name for a curved bill hook gower didnt use the modern by hook or by crook version of the phrase, but it is clear that he was using the reference to hooks and crooks in the same sense that we do now. These custom double hooks are oilrubbedbronze and attached to a custom painted block of wood measuring approximately 5. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Figurative sense that which catches, a snare, trap is from early 15c. When it happens, its a rush, a little like falling in love.
This was about 19% of all the recorded hook s in the usa. Give someone the hook definition is to remove a pitcher from a game. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. A hook is a bent piece of metal or plastic that is used for catching or holding things. Hook definition and meaning collins english dictionary. Hook is handcuffing someone and book is booking them. Off the hook definition, a curved or angular piece of metal or other hard substance for catching, pulling, holding, or suspending something. Find your familys average life expectancy, most common occupation, and more. The most hook families were found in the usa in 1880. The meaning and history of first names behind the name.
Jab, jab, jab, right hook is gary vaynerchucks ghostwritten book by stephanie land from 20. Change your default dictionary to american english. It is the hook that gets attention and influences the purchase decision. This was about 17% of all the recorded hooks in the uk. The first chapter sets the groundwork for the rest of the book. In some cases the surname may be habitational from any of various places named hooke, from this word, as for example in devon, dorset, hampshire, surrey. As a young adult, he was a financially impoverished scientific inquirer, but came into wealth and good reputation following his actions as surveyor to the city of london after the great fire of 1666 in which he appears to have performed more than half of all. There are 2,000 immigration records available for the last name hooks. The notebooks have now become a database, but i still refer to it as my book of names. I am a counsellor and use this book for my clients who come to me searching for their meaning and purpose in life. The cultural or language origin is listed as well as the literal meaning of the name. The beginning sets forth the important plot elements, makes us care about the protagonists, builds the world and shows conflicts. Hook it definition and meaning collins english dictionary.
From from aaron to zoe, this book includes the cultural origin, the literal meaning, and the spiritual significance of more than 10,000 classic, contemporary, and biblical names. The name hook is ranked on the 40,607th position of the most used names. Definition of give someone the hook merriamwebster. This is a book that has literally transformed people right in front of my eyes and helped many to open up into a path of self discovery. In 1891 there were 761 hook families living in london. Ohio had the highest population of hook families in 1840. London had the highest population of hook families in 1891. One of the great things about blogging is that you dont need a news hook. Definition and synonyms of hook from the online english dictionary from macmillan education. Dictionary grammar blog school scrabble thesaurus translator quiz more resources more from collins. If you want to sell your book and i know you do, you need to have a phenomenal book hook. According to agentquery, the book hook is a concise, onesentence tagline for your book. Definition of on the hook in the idioms dictionary. Though a research on internet shows different meaning for some of the names, which makes me doubt about the source, the book is a great and fun way to start highlighting names that you like.
Alfred henry hook 18501905, english recipient of the victoria cross. Synonyms for hook at with free online thesaurus, antonyms, and definitions. Any opinions in the examples do not represent the opinion of the cambridge dictionary editors or of cambridge university press or its licensors. Hooking meaning in the cambridge english dictionary. English chinese french german hindi italian portuguese spanish. Also the name of a firemans tool for tearing into buildings, hence hookandladder 1821. The name book is ranked on the 16,865th position of the most used names. Hook surname meaning and hook origin surname guide.
In 1840 there were 55 hook families living in ohio. Hook noun definition and synonyms macmillan dictionary. The name bell hooks is borrowed from her maternal greatgrandmother, bell blair hooks. With the growing number of electronic and social media diversions competing for peoples attention, the hook on the first page of your book is proportionately more important to grab readers attention, make them hungry for moreand eventually to recommend. Boxing sense of short, swinging blow with the elbow bent is from 1898. Meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples log in dictionary. Learn the origin and popularity plus how to pronounce hooks. This was about 17% of all the recorded hook s in the uk.
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