English dictionary
drill
/dr/I/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a tool with a sharp point and cutting edges for making holes in hard materials (usually rotating rapidly or by repeated blows)
Source: WordNet 3.0
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similar to the mandrill but smaller and less brightly colored
Synonyms mandrillus leucophaeusSource: WordNet 3.0
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systematic training by multiple repetitions
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(military) the training of soldiers to march (as in ceremonial parades) or to perform the manual of arms
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An instrument with an edged or pointed end used for making holes in hard substances; strictly, a tool that cuts with its end, by revolving, as in drilling metals, or by a succession of blows, as in drilling stone; also, a drill press.
Source: webster1913
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A small trickling stream; a rill.
Source: webster1913
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A large African baboon (<i>Cynocephalus leucophæus</i>).
Source: webster1913
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Same as <u>Drilling</u>.
Source: webster1913
verb
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make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool
ExamplesDon't drill here, there's a gas pipe.
Drill a hole into the wall.
Drill for oil.
Synonyms boreSource: WordNet 3.0
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train in the military, e.g., in the use of weapons
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learn by repetition
ExamplesWe drilled French verbs every day.
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teach by repetition
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undergo military training or do military exercises
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To pierce or bore with a drill, or a with a drill; to perforate; as, to <i>drill</i> a hole into a rock; to <i>drill</i> a piece of metal.
Source: webster1913
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To practice an exercise or exercises; to train one's self.
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To cause to flow in drills or rills or by trickling; to drain by trickling; as, waters <i>drilled</i> through a sandy stratum.
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To trickle.
Source: webster1913