hooky

noun \ˈhu̇-kē\

plural hook·ies also hookeys

Definition of HOOKY

: truant —used chiefly in the phrase play hooky

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hooky also hook·ey \ˈhu̇-kē\

probably from slang hook, hook it to make off

First Known Use: 1842

HOOKIES Defined for Kids

noun \ˈhu̇-kē\

: truant <She played hooky from work.>

hooky also hook·ey \ˈhu̇-kē\

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