An idiom describing a specific circular Method of Execution which makes contact with its intended target after passing the apex of the circle on which it travels.

Inflected Form(s):

Hooking (adjective), Hooks (plural), Hooked (past tense)

Comments:

Hook can also be used within the standard layman's definition of the word.

Hooking moves emphasize the dimension of width when executed horizontally.

Hooks require a Contact Penetration range of depth.

The Postural Position of both you and your opponent have a large influence over the available paths an intended weapon can travel.

During execution of the move, the position and/or angle of the weapon generally has the effect of catching and/or sticking itself to the target being struck - with the target being pulled back toward (in the general direction of) the practitioner.

Derivation:

The term is originates from the boxing definition of hook - meaning a short blow delivered with the arm bent at the elbow.

Related Definition(s):

Angle, Butt, Catch, Circle, Claw, Contact, Deviate, Deflect, Dimension, Distance, Execute, Focus, Glance, Gouge, Hammer, Hug, Intent, Lift, Line, Loop, Major, Maneuver, Method, Minor, Move, Path, Poke, Position, Posture, Pull, Push, Rake, Ratchet, Ricochet, Rip, Roundhouse, Scoop, Scrape, Scratch, Shovel, Slice, Snap, Specialized, Stick, Target, Tear, Thrust, Travel, Weapon, Whip

Related Term(s):

Back-up Mass, Body Mechanics, Contact Penetration, Economy of Motion, Gravitational Marriage, Method of Execution, Postural Position, Weapon Alignment

Related Self-Defense Technique(s):

Hooking Wings