Sep 21, 2021 08:20
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English term

hooks

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The first presentation of the functional requirements of an integrated intelligence software suite was delivered. The conceptual framework covered the entire intelligence production process, allowing applications of the Division to be linked, and providing hooks for effects-based operations, including the engagement of other functions of the Agency involved in these activities.

I translate the ''Activity Report 2020" of an Agency. What would be a synonym for "hooks" here?

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English term (edited): hook
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point on which to hang...

e.g. ideas, further actions, etc. etc.

Sometimes, something for people to be able to latch onto — a 'fixed point' that makes it possible to 'tie down' perhaps rather nebulous ideas; but I don't get the impression that's the specific sense intended here.
Note from asker:
Thank you Tony, very useful!
Peer comment(s):

agree philgoddard : In other words, a basis for.
32 mins
Thanks, Phil!
agree Liane Lazoski
4 hrs
Thanks, Liane!
agree Yvonne Gallagher
8 hrs
Thanks, Yvonne!
agree Tina Vonhof (X) : I think 'a basis for' is good.
8 hrs
Thanks, Tina!
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