hookless

1 4.8

A thing like a curtain that does not have a small curved piece for hanging or holding

adjective
/ˈhʊk.ləs/

: sin gancho

The new design features a hookless zipper that makes it easier to open and close the bag.
hookless fastener
hookless line

Examples

The shower curtain uses a hookless design for easy installation and removal.
He preferred hookless zippers on his jackets for a smoother look.
Many modern bags now feature hookless closures for added convenience.
The new design is completely hookless.
I prefer hookless curtains for a modern look.
He prefers to use a hookless setup for fishing to avoid harming the fish.
This garment was made with a hookless closure, ensuring a smooth and modern appearance.

Antonyms

hooked

7 3.3

Having a sharp curved shape like a hook

Surface Forms

hookless positive

Morphology

hookless = hook (transparent) = hook + less

Standard adjective formation from the noun 'hook' with the productive suffix '-less', meaning 'without hooks'.

Etymology

Hookless is made from hook and -less, where hook is the small curved piece and -less means 'without'. So hookless literally means 'without a hook' and is used for things designed to work or fasten without hooks, which often makes them easier to use.