Hoop
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noun
(1) Horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball
(2) A rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling
"There was still a rusty iron hoop for tying a horse"
(3) A light curved skeleton to spread out a skirt
(4) A small arch used as croquet equipment
verb
(5) Bind or fasten with a hoop
"Hoop vats"
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