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Definition drill in American English

drill verb

verb
/drɪl/
1

to make a hole using a special tool or machine

Example

Drill two holes in the wall.

Example

They had to drill through the mountainside.

Example

They are drilling for oil in the area.

Synonyms and related words
card chase chip away
2

if soldiers drill, or if they are drilled, they practice things such as marching or holding weapons

Synonyms and related words
Annapolis at ease attention
3

to teach someone by making them repeat something many times

Example

Trainers will be drilling new members of the cabin crew on safety procedures.

Synonyms and related words
upskill teach train
4

to kick or hit a ball hard

Synonyms and related words
strike at kick play
5

to plant seeds in lines

Synonyms and related words
aerate bed out bonsai
Definition drill in American English