Hood Definition
hood
- noun
- an aggressive and violent young criminal
- a protective covering that is part of a plant
- (slang) a neighborhood
- a tubular attachment used to keep stray light out of the lens of a camera
- (falconry) a leather covering for a hawk's head
- metal covering leading to a vent that exhausts smoke or fumes
- the folding roof of a carriage
- a headdress that protects the head and face
- protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine; "there are powerful engines under the hoods of new cars"; "the mechanic removed the cowling in order to repair the plane's engine"
- (zoology) an expandable part or marking that resembles a hood on the head or neck of an animal
- verb
- cover with a hood; "The bandits were hooded"
"Hood" in song lyrics
See how hood is used in real songs:
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"Cuz you ain't the one that run the hood"
11/5 — Blockstyle Murderah -
"It's my fault, shouldn't let the spree sit in the hood"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Shawn Wigs — Drop! -
"Yo, they're makin mills, but what about the hood?"
3rd Bass — Portrait of the Artist as a Hood
Words that rhyme with hood
Usage tips for "hood"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hood" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hood to find words that pair well.