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tool noun

[countable] noun
/tuːl/
1

a piece of equipment, usually one that you hold in your hand, that is designed to do a particular type of work

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a set of tools

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2

something that you use in order to perform a job or to achieve an aim

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Speech is a tool of communication.

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These sales forecasts are an extremely useful tool for management.

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3

someone who is used by another person or group, especially to do a difficult or dishonest job

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4

a penis

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