drill

//drɪl//
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Visual representation of drill

Noun

drillSingular
drillsPlural
1

A tool or machine with a rotating cutting tip used for making holes in hard materials.

I used a drill to make a hole in the wall.

2

A repetitive exercise or practice session designed to teach or improve a skill.

The students practiced fire drills every month.

3

A rehearsed procedure to be followed in an emergency.

The school holds a fire drill every month.

Verb

drillInfinitive
drillPresent tense
drilledPast tense
drilledPast participle
drillingPresent participle
drillsThird-person singular
1

To make a hole in something using a drill.

He drilled a hole in the wall to hang a picture.

2

To train or instruct someone through repetitive practice.

The coach drilled the team on basic techniques every day.

3

To penetrate or bore through something.

The workers drilled through the concrete wall.

Noun

drillSingular
drillsPlural
1

A strong cotton fabric with a diagonal weave, used for clothing and uniforms.

Military uniforms are often made from drill because of its durability.