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tools

/tuːlz/

/tulz/

Translations

toolnoun

tools

/tuːl/

/tul/

outil

The carpenter used a hammer as a tool to drive nails into the wood.

Le menuisier a utilisé un marteau comme outil pour enfoncer des clous dans le bois.

Additional translations

biteFamilier et vulgaire.

pantinSens figuré : personne manipulée par autrui.

crétinFamilier, insultant.

instrumentSens figuré : moyen d’action ou personne manipulée par quelqu’un d’autre.

Synonyms

toolverb

tools

tooled

Past Simple

tooled

Past Participle

tooling

Gerund

/tuːl/

outiller

The workshop was tooled with the latest machinery to improve production efficiency.

L'atelier a été outillé avec les machines les plus récentes pour améliorer l'efficacité de la production.

Additional translations

gaufrerSurtout pour le travail du cuir ou d'autres matériaux, au moyen d'un outil à main.

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Definitions

toolnoun

A device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.

The carpenter used a hammer as a tool to drive nails into the wood.

A thing used in an occupation or pursuit, such as a means of accomplishing a task.

The software is a powerful tool for graphic designers.

A person used or manipulated by another.

He felt like a tool in their political games.

Slang: the penis.

He doubled over after being kicked in the tool.

Slang: an insulting term for a foolish, inept, or contemptible person.

Don't be such a tool.

toolverb

To equip or furnish with tools.

The workshop was tooled with the latest machinery to improve production efficiency.

To drive or ride in a leisurely or casual manner.

They tooled around the countryside in their vintage car, enjoying the scenic views.

To decorate, shape, or cut (a material) by using a hand tool.

The craftsman tooled the leather belt with intricate designs.