Definition

Not having been drilled or pierced; remaining solid or intact without holes.

Example

The undrilled wood was perfect for the project because it needed to be sturdy.

Conversation

Did you notice that some of the walls are still undrilled?

Yeah, I saw that! It looks like we need to hang some pictures.

Exactly! I can't believe we haven't done that yet with all the undrilled spaces.

Let's make a plan to fix it this weekend!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Undrilled → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "drilled" (from Old English "drillan", meaning to bore or pierce). The word "undrilled" means not having been bored or pierced, indicating something that has not undergone the drilling process.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has not been 'bored' or 'pierced' — 'un-' means not, and 'drilled' refers to the action of boring.

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