pothook

noun

pot·​hook ˈpät-ˌhu̇k 

1

: an S-shaped hook for hanging pots and kettles over an open fire

2

: a written character resembling a pothook

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

pothook

noun

pot·​hook -ˌhu̇k 

: an S-shaped hook for hanging pots over an open fire