Definition

Noun: 1. A power tool for drilling holes into hard materials: A portable or stationary machine that uses an electric motor (or sometimes compressed air) to rotate a cutting tool called a drill bit, enabling it to bore holes into substances like wood, metal, concrete, or plastic.

Usage

The term "power drill" specifies a drill that is powered by an external source of energy, distinguishing it from manual drills (like a hand drill or brace and bit). It is commonly used in construction, manufacturing, woodworking, and home improvement.

Examples

• Noun:
  • I need a power drill to install these shelves on the concrete wall.
  • The carpenter used a cordless power drill to assemble the furniture quickly.
  • Always wear safety glasses when operating a power drill.

Advanced Usage

• "Cordless power drill": A battery-operated power drill that offers greater mobility and convenience, as it is not tethered to an electrical outlet by a cord.
  • For this outdoor project, a cordless power drill is essential.
• "Hammer drill" or "rotary hammer": Specific types of power drills that combine rotation with a pounding action to drill into masonry, stone, or concrete.
  • To mount the TV bracket on the brick fireplace, you'll need a hammer drill.

Variants and Related Words

• Drill (noun/verb): The general term for the tool or the action of making a hole. "Power drill" is a specific type of drill.
  • He used a drill to make the hole. (Could be manual or power)
  • He used a power drill to make the hole. (Specifically a powered tool)
• Drill press (noun): A stationary style of power drill where the drill head is mounted on a stand, providing greater precision and stability for repetitive drilling.
• Impact driver (noun): A related power tool designed primarily for driving screws and bolts with high torque, often confused with a power drill but serving a complementary function.

Synonyms

• Electric drill: A near-synonym, though some power drills can be pneumatic (air-powered).
• Motorized drill: A less common synonym emphasizing the motorized nature of the tool.

Related Phrases

• To drill a hole: The action performed with a drill.
  • First, you must drill a hole for the anchor.
• Drill bit (noun): The removable cutting tool that is inserted into the chuck of the power drill.
  • Make sure you use a masonry drill bit for the tile.

Noun

1. a power tool for drilling holes into hard materials