Anglehook

/ˈæŋɡəlˌhʊk/ noun

A fishing hook designed with an angled or bent shank to improve the hooking action when a fish bites.

Compound of 'angle' and 'hook.' Developed as a specialized fishing tool, combining the concept of 'angle' (to fish) with 'hook' (the curved fishing implement).

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