FISHHOOKS

Noun

fishhooks

plural of fishhook

(slang) A pair of jacks (the playing card)

Source: Wiktionary


FISHHOOK

Fish"hook`, n.

1. A hook for catching fish.

2. (Naut.)

Definition: A hook with a pendant, to the end of which the fish-tackle is hooked. Dana.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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