Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
broca
noun
/’broʊkə/
Definition
A drill or cutting tool used for making holes in a variety of materials, particularly metal or wood.
Examples
- He used a broca to create clean holes in the wooden planks.
- The dentist employed a broca to prepare the cavity in the patient’s tooth.
- For the construction project, a heavy-duty broca was essential for drilling into concrete.
Meaning
In a more specific context, it can refer to a type of drill bit or tool in carpentry and engineering.
Synonyms
- Drill
- Bit
- Borer
- Auger