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gimlet (gĭm`lĭt): see drill drill, tool used to create a hole, usually in some hard substance, by its rotary or hammering action. Many different tools make up the drill family. The awl is a pointed instrument used for piercing small holes.
..... Click the link for more information. . gimlet 1. a small hand tool consisting of a pointed spiral tip attached at right angles to a handle, used for boring small holes in wood 2. a eucalyptus of W Australia having a twisted bole gimlet [′gim·lət] (design engineering) A small tool consisting of a threaded tip, grooved shank, and a cross handle; used for boring holes in wood. gimlet A small tool with a pointed screw at one end; used to bore small holes in wood by turning it with one hand. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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