Off the hook is actually a modernization of a series of slang words. Closely related to off the chain, there refering to something being so "fresh" and "new" that its literally right off the store shelf. (started in reference to clothes, the hangar being the hook)
by DK Kaytan October 06, 2004
A synomym for "busy". Taken from a phone reference; when you leave a phone off the hook, you get a "busy" signal. The phrase is used to convey that there were a lot of people attending a particular event.
by Bones1966 May 25, 2009
by Eric S. December 02, 2003
To express such demand or activity that it is beyond normal conditions.
Out of control.
Stems from: A phone ringing so much that it remains off the hook as a result. (so busy)
Out of control.
Stems from: A phone ringing so much that it remains off the hook as a result. (so busy)
Man that cat was fighting 6 people and he beat them all. Yo, it was "off the hook", you should have seen it!!
by Wanderlust June 03, 2004
by Lolwhaddup January 15, 2019
adj.
1. Freed, as from blame or a vexatious obligation: let me off the hook with a mild reprimand.
2. The Shiznit, something noteworthy, outstanding
3. Off the chain
1. Freed, as from blame or a vexatious obligation: let me off the hook with a mild reprimand.
2. The Shiznit, something noteworthy, outstanding
3. Off the chain
by privatejokr December 22, 2003