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Definition of Awl
1. Noun. A pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes.
Terms within: Haft, Helve, Point
Generic synonyms: Hand Tool
Definition of Awl
1. n. A pointed instrument for piercing small holes, as in leather or wood; used by shoemakers, saddlers, cabinetmakers, etc. The blade is differently shaped and pointed for different uses, as in the brad awl, saddler's awl, shoemaker's awl, etc.
Definition of Awl
1. Noun. A pointed instrument for piercing small holes, as in leather or wood; used by shoemakers, saddlers, cabinetmakers, etc. The blade is differently shaped and pointed for different uses, as in the brad awl, saddler's awl, shoemaker's awl, etc. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Awl
1. a pointed tool for making small holes [n -S]
Medical Definition of Awl
1. A pointed instrument for piercing small holes, as in leather or wood; used by shoemakers, saddlers, cabinetmakers, etc. The blade is differently shaped and pointed for different uses, as in the brad awl, saddler's awl, shoemaker's awl, etc. Origin: OE. Aul, awel, al, AS. L, awel; akin to Icel. Alr, OHG. Ala, G. Ahle, Lith. Yla, Skr. Ara. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Awl
Other Resources:
Albanian