Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bore-a-hole
verb
/ˈbɔːr ə hoʊl/
Definition
To create a hole in a material by drilling or digging.
Examples
- They decided to bore a hole into the wooden beam to install a bracket.
- The drill was powerful enough to bore a hole through concrete.
- He used a hand drill to bore a hole for the new window installation.
Meaning
The action of making a cylindrical opening or cavity in a solid substance using a tool or device designed for this purpose.
Synonyms
- Drill
- Perforate
- Puncture
