Eyehooks

/ˈaɪhʊks/ noun

Definition

Plural of eyehook; multiple hooks with eye-shaped openings used for hanging or attaching things.

Etymology

From 'eye' + 'hook' + plural '-s'. Standard pluralization of the hardware term.

Kelly Says

Ships use dozens of eyehooks in their rigging, and each one must be perfectly rated for weight—a single failed eyehook during a storm can cause a catastrophic cascade failure of an entire sail system.

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