hook and eye
noun
: a 2-part fastening device (as on a garment or a door) consisting of a metal hook that catches over a bar or into a loop
Examples of hook and eye in a Sentence
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The bodysuit also has a gusset hook and eye closure for ease of wear and a thong back to help prevent panty lines when worn under tighter-fitting garments.
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Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024
This sports bra also has some incredible fit features, like adjustable criss-cross straps and a hook and eye closure.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2024
This fully lined cotton jacket has all the details of a classic trench, including the hook and eye at the collar.
—Paula Lee, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2023
Thousands of five-star reviews rave about the strong support this bra offers, with the crisscrossed design and hook and eye closure receiving the most praise.
—Courtney Leiva, Peoplemag, 20 Nov. 2023
The bra has a hook and eye closure, is made from a breathable material, and has adjustable straps that don’t dig into skin.
—Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 10 Oct. 2023
Made of 79 percent micromodal and 21 percent elastane, This bralette is also padded and features a hook and eye closure for maximum protection from slippage.
—Natalie Alcala, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Sep. 2023
It's also designed with smoothing sides and a hook and eye closure at the back to keep things secure and wear seamlessly under tanks, tees, and tops.
—Courtney Leiva, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2023
The hook and eye back closure helps achieve a snug fit for proper support around your ribcage and the higher neckline keeps you covered.
—Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 26 July 2023
Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024
This sports bra also has some incredible fit features, like adjustable criss-cross straps and a hook and eye closure.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2024
This fully lined cotton jacket has all the details of a classic trench, including the hook and eye at the collar.
—Paula Lee, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2023
Thousands of five-star reviews rave about the strong support this bra offers, with the crisscrossed design and hook and eye closure receiving the most praise.
—Courtney Leiva, Peoplemag, 20 Nov. 2023
The bra has a hook and eye closure, is made from a breathable material, and has adjustable straps that don’t dig into skin.
—Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 10 Oct. 2023
Made of 79 percent micromodal and 21 percent elastane, This bralette is also padded and features a hook and eye closure for maximum protection from slippage.
—Natalie Alcala, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Sep. 2023
It's also designed with smoothing sides and a hook and eye closure at the back to keep things secure and wear seamlessly under tanks, tees, and tops.
—Courtney Leiva, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2023
The hook and eye back closure helps achieve a snug fit for proper support around your ribcage and the higher neckline keeps you covered.
—Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 26 July 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
circa 1626, in the meaning defined above
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hook and eye
noun
: a fastener (as for clothing) made up of a small hook that catches over a bar or into a loop
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