what is the meaning of by hook or by crook

It means by one means or another , even a dishonest one

"By hook or by crook" means "by any means possible", one way or another. Ex..He is determined to win the contract, by hook or by crook.

By hook or by crook : It's an idiom .It means by fair means or foul . For instance : I'll complete this task by hook or by crook .