| 单词 | tool |
| 释义 | tool n. & v. --n 1. any device or implement used to carry out mechanical functions whether manually or by a machine. 2. a thing used in an occupation or pursuit (the tools of one's trade; literary tools). 3. a person used as a mere instrument by another. 4. coarse sl. the penis. Usage Usually considered a taboo use. 5. a a distinct figure in the tooling of a book. b a small stamp or roller used to make this. --vtr. 1. dress (stone) with a chisel. 2. impress a design on (a leather book-cover). 3. (foll. by along, around, etc.) sl. drive or ride, esp. in a casual or leisurely manner. 4. (often foll. by up) equip with tools. Phrases and idioms tool-box a box or container for keeping tools in. tool-pusher a worker directing the drilling on an oil rig. tool up 1. sl. arm oneself. 2. equip oneself. Derivatives tooler n. Etymology: OE tol f. Gmc |
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