Definition of drill

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  • drill is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 6
  • drill is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 6
  • drill is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of drill

  • make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool (verb)

    Examples

    1. don't drill here, there's a gas pipe
    2. drill a hole into the wall
    3. drill for oil

    Synonyms

    1. bore
  • systematic training by multiple repetitions (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. exercise
    2. practice
    3. practice session
    4. recitation
  • learn by repetition (verb)

    Examples

    1. We drilled French verbs every day

    Synonyms

    1. exercise
    2. practice
    3. practise
  • similar to the mandrill but smaller and less brightly colored (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. mandrillus leucophaeus
  • a tool with a sharp point and cutting edges for making holes in hard materials (usually rotating rapidly or by repeated blows) (noun)
  • (military) the training of soldiers to march (as in ceremonial parades) or to perform the manual of arms (noun)
  • teach by repetition (verb)
  • train in the military, e.g., in the use of weapons (verb)
  • undergo military training or do military exercises (verb)

See definition of drill in Merriam Webster