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toolA device or implement used to carry out a particular function or job

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: A device or implement used to carry out a particular function or job

Pronunciation (IPA): /tuːl/

Example Sentences

  • My dad's tool box is like a treasure chest full of mysterious gadgets.
  • A smartphone has become an essential tool for modern life.
  • He used his charm as a tool to get what he wanted.

tool

NOUN

[/tuːl/]

A device or implement used to carry out a particular function or job

a skilled carpenter holds a hammer in one hand while reaching for a screwdriver with the other. He is assembling a wooden birdhouse with precise movements and focused concentration. Various tools like saws, wrenches, and pliers are arranged on the workbench within easy reach. The carpenter picks up different tools as needed for each specific task in the building process. His apprentice watches nearby, organizing additional tools and handing them over when requested. Wood shavings and completed projects fill the workshop background showing ongoing productive work.  devices and implements being used to carry out particular functions and jobs
💡 Concept

a skilled carpenter holds a hammer in one hand while reaching for a screwdriver with the other. He is assembling a wooden birdhouse with precise movements and focused concentration. Various tools like saws, wrenches, and pliers are arranged on the workbench within easy reach. The carpenter picks up different tools as needed for each specific task in the building process. His apprentice watches nearby, organizing additional tools and handing them over when requested. Wood shavings and completed projects fill the workshop background showing ongoing productive work. devices and implements being used to carry out particular functions and jobs

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/tuːl/
🇬🇧 UK/tuːl/

🌳Etymology

Roottool

🎵Rhyme

coolpoolschoolfoolrule
cool
pool
school
fool
rule

🔗Collocations

power tool
cutting tool
hand tool
tool box
useful tool
tool kit

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

My dad's tool box is like a treasure chest full of mysterious gadgets.

A smartphone has become an essential tool for modern life.

He used his charm as a tool to get what he wanted.

😄 Fun example

The only tool I need in the kitchen is a spoon - I eat everything with it!

📚Related Words

Synonyms

instrumentdeviceimplementequipmentapparatus

Antonyms

hindranceobstacle

Related

machinegadgetutilitycraftworkshop

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