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The character 钩, traditionally written as 鉤, etymologically stems from the concept of a curved metal implement, with its traditional structure combining the metal radical 金 for material and 句 for both sound and the notion of bending. In the simplified form, the radical is condensed to 钅 and the component becomes 勾, which independently signifies a hook or tick mark. Originally denoting physical hooks such as for fishing or garments, the meaning extended over centuries to encompass any hook-like form, the act of catching or securing, and abstract applications like a checkmark or an enticement.
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墙上挂着一个新钩子。
鱼钩能用来钓鱼。
她用钩针勾织花朵。
请把钥匙挂在挂钩上。
这个背包有牢固的钩扣。
奶奶喜欢钩编彩色桌布。
登山者用钩子固定绳索。
这种机械臂通过钩住物体来搬运。