Definitions by Hooker-by-crook

Keen as a hooker

Extremely enthusiastic to do something, but only if there’s money or some other reward involved. Similar to “keen as mustard”, except the motivation is strictly financial.

Funny how Dave didn’t want to work the weekend until overtime got mentioned... now he is as keen as a hooker!

Keen as a hooker by Hooker-by-crook March 5, 2026