drill

/dɹˈɪl/

/ˈdɹɪɫ/

Drill

a handheld tool that uses rotational force to create holes or drive screws in various materials

a way of instruction through repetition and a lot of practice

synonyms : exercise

2.1

(military) the training of soldiers to march (as in ceremonial parades) or to perform the manual of arms

similar to the mandrill but smaller and less brightly colored

to drill

MAIN VERB

to make a hole or opening in something using a tool called a drill or similar tool

synonyms : bore

train in the military, e.g., in the use of weapons

to learn by repetition and practice

synonyms : exercise

teach by repetition

undergo military training or do military exercises

Examples

1. The coach put the players to work, running drills and practicing plays in preparation for the big game.

2. The coach had to leave practice early, and the players took advantage of the situation by goofing off and not taking the drills seriously.

3. We followed the instructions given by the police during an emergency evacuation drill.

4. The birds drill a few new ones each year.