Tool ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Tool ( noun )

1. An implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.
2. A device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.
3. A utensil or device used by a craftsman or artist.
4. A means or instrument used to achieve a particular purpose.
5. A person used by another to achieve a particular purpose.

Origin:

Old english tōl, from a germanic word meaning "equipment".

Examples:

1. I need a hammer as a tool to fix the table.
2. He has a lot of tools in his garage.
3. The chef's knife is a tool of the trade.
4. The computer is a powerful tool for research.
5. He was used as a tool by the company to achieve its goals.

(As a verb)

Tool ( verb )

1. An implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.
2. A device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.
3. A utensil or device used by a craftsman or artist.
4. A means or instrument used to achieve a particular purpose.
5. A person used by another to achieve a particular purpose.

Origin:

Old english tōl, from a germanic word meaning "equipment".

Examples:

1. I need a hammer as a tool to fix the table.
2. He has a lot of tools in his garage.
3. The chef's knife is a tool of the trade.
4. The computer is a powerful tool for research.
5. He was used as a tool by the company to achieve its goals.