Drill ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Drill ( noun )

1. A tool or machine with a rotating cutting tip, used for making holes in hard materials.
2. A practice or exercise designed to improve a particular skill or habit.
3. A procedure performed repeatedly in order to improve proficiency or habit.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french drille, of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. I need to buy a new drill to put up shelves.
2. The football team is doing tackling drills this afternoon.
3. Firefighters went through a drill to practice using their equipment.
4. The pianist spent hours drilling the piece until it was perfect.
5. The drill instructor was tough but fair.

(As a verb)

Drill ( verb )

1. A tool or machine with a rotating cutting tip, used for making holes in hard materials.
2. A practice or exercise designed to improve a particular skill or habit.
3. A procedure performed repeatedly in order to improve proficiency or habit.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french drille, of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. I need to buy a new drill to put up shelves.
2. The football team is doing tackling drills this afternoon.
3. Firefighters went through a drill to practice using their equipment.
4. The pianist spent hours drilling the piece until it was perfect.
5. The drill instructor was tough but fair.