A hook consisting of a number of joined hooks; (Angling) a fish hook having several baited points, typically made by joining several hooks by their shanks.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Country Gentleman.
Definition of gang hook in US English:
gang hook
noun
A hook consisting of a number of joined hooks; (Angling) a fish hook having several baited points, typically made by joining several hooks by their shanks.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Country Gentleman.