fishing hooks

Angler's curved barbs

Fishing hooks are curved, pointed pieces of metal designed to catch and hold fish.

The hook's barbed tip penetrates a fish's mouth when it bites at bait or a lure, making escape difficult.

Hooks come in various sizes and styles suited to different fish species and fishing techniques.

I need to buy some new fishing hooks before the trip.

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  • snagUnforeseen complication
  • barbBackward-pointing spike
  • lureThing that tempts
  • eyeOrgan of sight
  • gaffBarbed fishing pole

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