noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
hook-shaped; bent at a right angle
Describes something shaped like a hook or bent sharply, often at a right angle. Used as a noun or with の to modify another noun.
この工具は鉤型になっていて、狭い場所で使いやすい。
This tool is hook-shaped, making it easy to use in tight spaces.
鉤型のレンチを使うと、ボルトが回しやすくなる。
Using a hook-shaped wrench makes it easier to turn the bolt.
Compound of 鉤 (kagi, 'hook') and 型 (kata, 'shape, type'), with rendaku voicing of かた to がた.