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Definition hook into in British English

hook into phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to become connected to something such as a computer network or phone system

Example

This system is designed to hook into the most popular operating systems.

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2

to become closely involved in something, often in a way that makes it difficult to stop being involved

Example

People are reluctant to hook into these long-term investments.

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Definition hook into in British English