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tool

Definition

  • noun: something (such as a hammer, saw, shovel, etc.) that you hold in your hand and use for a particular task
  • noun: a handheld device that aids in accomplishing a task
  • verb: to drive or ride in a vehicle
  • verb: to cause (a vehicle) to go
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: drive, implement, weapon

Examples

  • He claims the government has become a 'tool of' giant corporations.

  • The factory was not 'tooled up' for this type of production.

  • A pair of pliers is a good thing to have in your 'tool kit'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - You're going from Uncle Mike to this guy? - Shh. - Be quiet. - Okay. - Do me a favor. Shh. - He's a tool. Give this to Ned, okay, to give to Mike. It's our divorce papers. And remind him that he needs to be there on the th. Okay? Thank you. (..)
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