Awl
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɔːl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Awl is a noun meaning (entomology) Any of various hesperiid butterflies.
Meaning
(entomology) Any of various hesperiid butterflies.
More Meanings
- A pointed instrument for piercing small holes, as in leather or wood; used by shoemakers, saddlers, cabinetmakers, etc. The blade is differently shaped and pointed for different uses, as in the brad awl, saddler's awl, shoemaker's awl, etc.
Example Sentences
He dressed himself in some old ragged clothes, and took a tame white bear, which he had, with him, as well as an awl, some pitch, and twine.
Word Forms
- awls
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include brad, drift, stamp, punch, bradawl, scriber.
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