drill

🇬🇧 UK/dril/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

v.

To make a hole using a rotating tool; to train or practice repeatedly, especially in a military context.

钻孔;训练,操练

n.

A tool or machine for boring holes; a repeated exercise or practice session, especially military training.

钻头,钻孔机;训练,操练

🧩 Root Breakdown

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Common Collocations

  • 1.electric drill电钻
  • 2.fire drill火灾演习
  • 3.drill practice训练演习

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The dentist used a special drill to remove decay from the patient's tooth.

  • 2.

    During fire drills, students must evacuate the building within two minutes.

  • 3.

    Athletes drill repeatedly to perfect their techniques and build muscle memory.

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