drill press
1 of 1noun/drɪl prɛs/
Forms:drill presses
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a stationary power tool used for drilling precise holes in materials
A drill press is a stationary machine used for drilling precise holes in materials such as wood, metal, or plastic. It consists of a motor that turns a drill bit, which is mounted on a movable arm or column. The material being drilled is placed on a flat surface, and the drill bit is lowered to the exact spot where the hole is needed. Drill presses offer more control and accuracy than handheld drills, making them ideal for tasks that require consistent hole sizes and depth. They are commonly used in woodworking and metalworking.
- Using a drill press, the carpenter was able to create perfectly spaced holes in the wood.
- She set the wood down on the drill press and carefully adjusted the depth of the drill bit.
- He prefers using a drill press over a handheld drill for larger projects.
- The mechanic used the drill press to drill holes in the engine parts with great precision.
- The workshop had several drill presses for different types of materials and tasks.
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