How to Pronounce Bill-hook

To pronounce "bill-hook", say BILLH-ook — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

BILLH-ook

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💡 Tip for remembering “bill-hook”

"bill-hook" has 2 syllables: billh-ook.

What does bill-hook mean?

noun

  1. A medieval polearm with a similar construct, fitted to a long handle, sometimes with an L-shaped tine or a spike protruding from the side or the end of the blade for tackling the opponent; a bill
  2. An agricultural implement often with a curved or hooked end to the blade used for pruning or cutting thick, woody plants.

Synonyms

Yorkshire billbillblock hookbroom hookhackhackerhandbillhedge bill

Related words

hedging-billhand-billtrybillhalbertpruning-hookpruninghook

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bill-hook"?▾

"Bill-hook" has 2 syllables: billh · ook.

What does "bill-hook" mean?▾

Bill-hook: A medieval polearm with a similar construct, fitted to a long handle, sometimes with an L-shaped tine or a spike protruding from the side or the end of the blade for tackling the opponent; a bill

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