hook up on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Synonym of hang up (to keep delayed, suspended, held up, or stuck)
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Don't get hooked up on that.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “hook up on” mean?
Synonym of hang up (to keep delayed, suspended, held up, or stuck)
Is “hook up on” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.