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Meaning ofhoodin English

hood

us//hʊd//uk//hʊd//

Pluralhoods

Definitions

Noun
1. a head covering (for humans, animals)
2. a protective enclosure (from above)
3. a vehicle's folding top (or engine cover)
  The car's hood was damaged in the accident.
4. a metal smoke vent cover
  The kitchen had a hood to remove cooking fumes.
5. a fold of skin (genital area)
  The doctor examined the hood of skin carefully.
6. a poor suburban area
  The city has a notorious hood with high crime rates.
7. a head covering (attached to clothing)
  The parka has a warm hood to protect against cold winds.
8. a vehicle's engine cover (US, Canada)
  The mechanic opened the hood to check the engine.
9. a cover for inner machinery; driving parts
  The manufacturer designed a hood to protect the gears.
10. a gang member; tough person
  The police arrested a hood who was suspected of robbery.
11. a neighborhood; local community
  The community center serves the local hood with various programs.
Adjective
1. related to urban life (culture, community)
  The hood culture has a significant influence on young people.

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