arm in crook

Definitions

1. 1

   With arms linked together.

   • 1849, Anne Beale, Traits and Stories of the Welsh Peasantry, London: George Routledge, No. 5, p. 104, We were determined not to let go of one another this time, so we went on, arm in crook again;
   • ‘The proper way is for the bridesmaids to walk together,’ suggested Fancy. ‘What? ’Twas always young man and young woman, arm in crook, in my time!’ said Geoffrey, astounded.
   • Once outside the gate, Frederick and Karl stride ahead, arm in crook, their heads tilted close so as not to drop anything important between them.

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