Associations to the word «awl»

Wiktionary

AWL, noun. 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.

Dictionary definition

AWL, noun. A pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes.

Wise words

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