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FIIG:  A105A0

Entry Date:  Apr-01-1974

Concept:  

Status:  A

Applicability:  BC

Type:  0

Definition:  A metal hook with a hinged point and with a sliding link, ring, bail, or similar locking device, to secure the point to the body in order to close the throat. The body may be designed of a single piece or it may consist of link(s). When desired, the point may be released to swing outward, thereby freeing the engaged item(s). Excludes: HOOK, RELEASE.

Basic INC:  70122

Basic Name:  HOOK

Description:  1. A surgical instrument designed for catching, holding, or pulling. 2. A hand tool consisting of a metal head attached to the end of a handle by means of a shank projecting from the head. The head has tines at least 5 inches (127.0 mm) in length, bent at an abrupt angle to the shank. While the tines resemble those of a fork, the working action of the tool resembles that of a rake. 3. A metal hand tool having a single curved or bent portion on one end and a handle on the opposite end. It is designed for catching, holding and/or pulling various materials or items.