tool

noun (1)

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\ ˈtül

Definition of tool

(Entry 1 of 3)

1a : a handheld device that aids in accomplishing a task

b(1) : the cutting or shaping part in a machine or machine tool

(2) : a machine for shaping metal : machine tool

2a : something (such as an instrument or apparatus) used in performing an operation or necessary in the practice of a vocation or profession a scholar's books are his tools

b : an element of a computer program (such as a graphics application) that activates and controls a particular function a drawing tool

c : a means to an end a book's cover can be a marketing tool

d slang, vulgar : penis

3a : one who is used or manipulated by another And then there was former trainer Pfeil, viewed as another tool of management for his gruff ways.— Sam Smith

b informal : a foolish or unlikable person : jerk Before you compete on a reality TV show, you basically sign away your right to protect yourself from looking like a total tool in front of an international viewing audience.— Steve Tilley

4 tools plural : natural ability has all the tools to be a great pitcher

tool

verb

tooled; tooling; tools

Definition of tool (Entry 2 of 3)

intransitive verb

1 : drive, ride

2 : to equip a plant or industry with the means (such as machines, machine tools, and instruments) of production —often used with up

transitive verb

1 : to shape, form, or finish with a tool especially : to letter or ornament (something, such as leather or gold) by means of hand tools

2a : to cause (a vehicle) to go : drive

b : to convey in a vehicle

3 : to equip (a factory, an industry, etc.) with tools, machines, and instruments for production

tool

noun (2)

Definition of tool (Entry 3 of 3)

: a design (as on the binding of a book) made by tooling

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Noun (1)

implement, tool, instrument, appliance, utensil mean a relatively simple device for performing work. implement may apply to anything necessary to perform a task. crude stone implements farm implements tool suggests an implement adapted to facilitate a definite kind or stage of work and suggests the need of skill more strongly than implement. a carpenter's tools instrument suggests a device capable of delicate or precise work. the dentist's instruments appliance refers to a tool or instrument utilizing a power source and suggests portability or temporary attachment. household appliances utensil applies to a device used in domestic work or some routine unskilled activity. kitchen utensils