Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
borer
Noun
/ˈbɔːrər/
Definition
A borer is an insect or tool that creates holes in wood or another material.
Examples
- The wood borer can cause significant damage to furniture.
- He used a borer to make precise holes in the metal sheet.
- The borer beetle is particularly harmful to trees.
Meaning
In entomology, a borer refers to certain types of insects that feed on and create tunnels in wood. In a more general sense, a borer can also be a tool used to bore holes in various materials.
Synonyms
- driller
- piercer
- perforator
