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Topic: Tools

drill

IPA: /drɪl/

KK: /drɪl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a hole using a tool or to practice a skill through repeated exercises.

Example: The team will drill every Saturday to improve their skills.

noun

Definition: A tool or machine used for making holes in hard surfaces, or a loud noise made by such a tool.

Example: The carpenter used a drill to make holes in the wood for the screws.

transitive verb

Definition: To teach or train someone by repeating instructions or practicing a skill many times.

Example: The coach will drill the players on their strategies before the game.

driller

IPA: /ˈdrɪlər/

KK: /ˈdrɪlər/

noun

Definition: A person who operates a machine to make holes in the ground or other materials.

Example: The driller carefully positioned the rig to start the operation.

drilling

IPA: /ˈdrɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdrɪlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of making a hole in something, usually with a tool or machine.

Example: The drilling of the new well will start next week.

verb

Definition: To make a hole in something using a tool or machine that rotates.

Example: The workers are drilling a hole in the ground for the new fence post.

dripless

IPA: /ˈdrɪpləs/

KK: /ˈdrɪpləs/

adjective

Definition: Made or designed in a way that prevents liquid from dripping.

Example: The dripless candle burned for hours without making a mess.

dripper

IPA: /ˈdrɪpər/

KK: /ˈdrɪpər/

noun

Definition: A device or person that allows liquid to fall in drops, often used in cooking or for watering plants.

Example: The coffee dripper made a perfect cup of coffee this morning.

dropper

IPA: /ˈdrɒpər/

KK: /ˈdrɒpər/

noun

Definition: A tool used to release small amounts of liquid, typically consisting of a glass or plastic tube with a bulb that creates suction.

Example: She used a dropper to add a few drops of food coloring to the water.

dryer

IPA: //ˈdraɪər//

KK: /ˈdraɪər/

noun

Definition: A machine that removes moisture from clothes or hair by using heat or air.

Example: I put my wet clothes in the dryer to get them dry quickly.

drywall

IPA: /ˈdraɪˌwɔːl/

KK: /ˈdraɪˌwɔl/

noun

Definition: A type of building material made of gypsum sandwiched between two sheets of heavy paper, commonly used for constructing interior walls and ceilings.

Example: The contractor installed new drywall in the living room to prepare for painting.

verb

Definition: To put up and finish a type of board used to create walls and ceilings in buildings.

Example: They will drywall the new office space next week.

drywalling

IPA: /ˈdraɪˌwɔlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdraɪˌwɔlɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of putting up and finishing drywall, which is a material used to create interior walls and ceilings.

Example: The drywalling process is essential for creating smooth and even walls in a home.

verb

Definition: To install or work with drywall, which is a material used to create interior walls and ceilings.

Example: They are drywalling the new office to prepare it for the employees.

dubbin

IPA: /ˈdʌbɪn/

KK: /ˈdʌbɪn/

noun

Definition: A mixture of tallow and oil used to treat and protect leather.

Example: He applied dubbin to his leather boots to keep them soft and waterproof.

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