When a person (the 'Hooker') starts stringing along someone who they know is romantically interested in them, turning them down while still leaving a small
possibility of a
relationship (with excuses such as "It's a bad time at the moment"). In reality however the Hooker is really waiting for someone more desirable to become available (with the person on the receiving end being the 'Hookee'). The Hooker may also use the Hookee to enjoy some of the benefits of a
relationship (such as paying for nights out).