Hookup ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Hookup ( noun )

1. A connection or link, especially an electrical connection.
2. An arrangement or meeting, especially one made hastily or secretly.
3. A casual sexual encounter.

Origin:

The term "hookup" is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, and is thought to be a shortened version of "hook up", which has been used as a slang term meaning to connect or link up since at least the late 19th century.

Examples:

1. I need to make a hookup with the power supply.
2. We made a hookup for dinner next week.
3. He was only interested in a hookup, not a relationship.
4. I hooked up with my ex-boyfriend last night.
5. It was just a hookup, nothing serious.

(As a verb)

Hookup ( verb )

1. A connection or link, especially an electrical connection.
2. An arrangement or meeting, especially one made hastily or secretly.
3. A casual sexual encounter.

Origin:

The term "hookup" is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, and is thought to be a shortened version of "hook up", which has been used as a slang term meaning to connect or link up since at least the late 19th century.

Examples:

1. I need to make a hookup with the power supply.
2. We made a hookup for dinner next week.
3. He was only interested in a hookup, not a relationship.
4. I hooked up with my ex-boyfriend last night.
5. It was just a hookup, nothing serious.