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DictionaryhookupCasual sexual encounter
noun

hookup

A casual sexual encounter.

She wants a relationship, but he only wants a hookup.

Etymology
hookEnglishto attach
+upEnglishcompletion

Hook up first concerns making a connection or meeting. Its sexual use specializes that coming together to a casual intimate encounter.

In context

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More examples

  • They agree that their hookup does not mean they are dating.
  • He regrets the hookup and decides not to call again.
  • She avoids hookups with coworkers.

Forms

hookup · hookups

Similar words

fling
Usually a brief sexual relationship rather than a single encounter.
tryst
An arranged, private lovers' meeting, not necessarily a casual encounter.