Definition

To make a hole in something again using a drill.

Example

The engineers decided to redrill the hole to ensure it was deep enough.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think we need to redrill that hole; it's not deep enough.

Yeah, I noticed that too. It just doesn't look right.

Let's grab the drill and get it done before it gets dark.

Good idea! I want to finish this project today.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Redrill → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "drill" (from Old English "drillan", meaning to bore or pierce). The word "redrill" means to drill again or to bore a hole anew.

Memory Tip

Think of doing something 'again' ('re-') with a tool that 'bores' ('drill') into a surface — that's why redrill means to drill again.

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