Main entry: hoop, basket, basketball hoop
Definition: horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball
Definition: a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling
Usage: there was still a rusty iron hoop for tying a horse
Main entry: hoop
Definition: a light curved skeleton to spread out a skirt
Definition: a small arch used as croquet equipment
Main entry: hoop
Definition: bind or fasten with a hoop
Usage: hoop vats