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hook and eye

/ˈhʊk ænd aɪ/

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/ˈhʊk ænd aɪ/B1formal
  • ruТип застежки, состоящий из небольшого металлического крючка, который цепляется за петлю или ушко, обычно используется на одежде, ремнях или украшениях для скрепления двух краев.

A type of fastener consisting of a small metal hook that catches onto a loop or eye, commonly used on clothing, belts, or jewelry to secure two edges together.

  1. Clothing fastenerB1formal

    A type of fastener consisting of a small hook and a loop (eye) used to secure garments.

    ruЗастежка-крючок

    • The dress has a hook and eye closure at the back.
    • She sewed a hook and eye onto the waistband of the skirt.
    • Hook and eye fasteners are often used on bras and corsets.