Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gim

noun
/ɡɪm/
Definition
A short, typically informal term for a gimlet, a cocktail made with gin and lime juice.
Examples
  • After a long day, he decided to unwind with a refreshing gim on the porch.
  • The carpenter reached for his gim to create precise holes in the wooden planks.
Meaning
In some contexts, it can refer to a tool or implement used for boring holes, specifically in wood or other materials.
Synonyms
  • gimlet (cocktail)
  • borer (tool)