On a fishhook, what is the name of the protruding part of the hook near its point, which prevents it from backing out of and falling from a fish’s mouth?

A hook sticks itself through the lip of a fish, but it's the barb that keeps it there. When the fish is struggling to escape, the barb keeps it locked in place and allows you to reel it in. Once it's out of the water, you'll need to safely unhook it or cut the barb to release the fish without any major damage.

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