#implement instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
supertype: #instrumentality__instrumentation an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end
subtype: #bar.artifact a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction of weapon; "there were bars in the windows to prevent escape"
subtype: #belaying_pin a wood or metal bar to which a rope can be secured (as on a ship or in mountain climbing)
subtype: #deadbolt__bolt the part of a lock that is engaged or withdrawn with a key
subtype: #safety_bolt__safety_lock a bolt that cannot be moved from outside the door or gate
subtype: #bolt.bar a sliding bar in a breech-loading firearm that ejects an empty cartridge and replaces it and closes the breech
subtype: #carpenter's_level__carpenter'slevel a straight bar of light metal with a spirit level in it
subtype: #plumb_level__plumblevel a carpenter's level with a plumb line at right angles to it
subtype: #chinning_bar a horizontal bar on which you can chin yourself
subtype: #core.bar a bar of magnetic material (as soft iron) that passes through a coil and serves to increase the inductance of the coil
subtype: #crossbar.bar a horizontal bar that goes across something
subtype: #whiffletree__whippletree__swingletree a crossbar that is attached to the traces of a draft horse and to the vehicle or implement that the horse is pulling
subtype: #drawbar a strong metal bar bearing a hook to attach something to be pulled
subtype: #fret a small bar of metal across the fingerboard of a musical instrument; when the string is stopped by a finger at the metal bar it will produce a note of the desired pitch
subtype: #grab_bar a bar attached parallel to a wall to provide a handgrip for steadying yourself
subtype: #handlebar the shaped bar used to steer a bicycle
subtype: #handspike a metal bar (or length of pipe) used as a lever
subtype: #heaver a bar used as a lever (as in twisting rope)
subtype: #lever a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
subtype: #compound_lever a pair of levers hinged at the fulcrum
subtype: #nutcrackers__nutcracker a compound lever used to crack nuts open
subtype: #pair_of_pliers__pliers__plyers a gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws
subtype: #locking_pliers pliers that can be locked in place
subtype: #needlenose_pliers small pliers with long thin jaws for fine work
subtype: #pump-type_pliers a type of pliers
subtype: #rib_joint_pliers a type of pliers
subtype: #slip-joint_pliers pliers with a joint adjustable to two positions in order to increase the opening of the jaws
subtype: #pair_of_scissors__scissors and edge tool having two crossed pivoting blades
subtype: #clipper__clippers scissors for cutting hair or finger nails
subtype: #shears large scissors with strong blades
subtype: #clippers__clipper shears for cutting grass or shrubbery
subtype: #pruning_shears shears with strong blades used for light pruning of woody plants
subtype: #secateurs__secateur (British) small pruning shears with a spring that holds the handles open and a single blade that closes against a flat surface
subtype: #snips__tinsnips hand shears for cutting sheet metal
subtype: #thinning_shears shears with one serrate blade; used for thinning hair
subtype: #snuffers scissors for cropping and holding the snuff of a candlewick
subtype: #crowbar__wrecking_bar__pry__prybar a heavy iron lever with one end forged into a wedge
subtype: #jim_crow__jimcrow a crowbar fitted with a claw for pulling nails
subtype: #jimmy__jemmy a short crowbar; "in England they call a jimmy and jemmy"
subtype: #gun_trigger__guntrigger__trigger lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun
subtype: #hair_trigger a gun trigger that responds with little pressure
subtype: #hand_throttle a hand-operated lever that controls the throttle valve
subtype: #key.lever a lever that actuates a mechanism when depressed
subtype: #backspace_key__backspacekey__backspacer the typewriter key used for back spacing
subtype: #control_key__controlkey__command_key__commandkey (computer science) the key on a computer keyboard that is used (in combination with some other key) to type control characters
subtype: #return_key__return the key on electric typewriters or computer keyboards that causes a carriage return and a line feed
subtype: #space_bar__spacebar the bar-shaped typewriter key that introduces spaces when used
subtype: #tab_key__tabkey the key on an electric typewriter that causes a tabulation
subtype: #telegraph_key__telegraphkey key consisting of a lever that sends a telegraph signal when it is depressed and the circuit is closed
subtype: #peavey__peavy__cant_dog a stout lever with a sharp spike; used for handling logs
subtype: #cant_hook a peavey having a hook instead of a spike; used for handling logs
subtype: #foot_pedal__pedal__treadle__foot_lever a lever that is operated with the foot
subtype: #accelerator_pedal__accelerator__gas_pedal__gaspedal__gas__throttle__gun a pedal that controls the throttle valve; "he stepped on the gas"
subtype: #brake_pedal__brakepedal foot pedal that moves a piston in the master brake cylinder
subtype: #clutch_pedal__clutch a pedal that operates a clutch
subtype: #soft_pedal a pedal on a piano that moves the action closer to the strings and so soften the sound
subtype: #sustaining_pedal__loud_pedal a pedal on a piano that lifts the dampers from the strings and so allows them to continue vibrating
subtype: #pinch_bar__pinchbar a lever with a pointed projection that serves as a fulcrum; used to roll heavy wheels
subtype: #ripping_bar a steel lever with one end formed into a ripping chisel and the other a gooseneck with a claw for pulling nails
subtype: #rocker_arm__valve_rocker__valverocker a lever pivoted at the center; used especially to push a valve down in an internal-combustion engine
subtype: #spark_lever__sparklever (on early automobiles) a lever mounted on the steering column and used to adjust the timing of the ignition
subtype: #control_stick__controlstick__stick__joystick a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane
subtype: #tappet a lever that is moved in order to tap something else
subtype: #tiller lever used to turn the rudder on a boat
subtype: #tire_iron__tire_tool hand tool consisting of a lever that is used to force the casing of a pneumatic tire onto a steel wheel
subtype: #rail.bar a horizontal bar (usually of wood)
subtype: #hitchrack__hitching_bar a fixed horizontal rail to which a horse can be hitched to prevent it from straying
subtype: #ledger_board top rail of a fence or balustrade
subtype: #picture_rail__picturerail rail fixed to a wall for hanging pictures
subtype: #plate_rail__platerail rail or narrow shelf fixed to a wall to display plates
subtype: #split_rail__splitrail__fence_rail__fencerail a rail that is split from a log
subtype: #rotor.bar the revolving bar of a distributor
subtype: #shackle a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar
subtype: #slice_bar__slicebar iron bar used to loosen and rake clinkers out of furnaces
subtype: #towel_rail__towelrail__towel_bar__towelbar a horizontal bar a few inches from a wall for holding towels
subtype: #rails__rail__track a bar or bars of rolled steel making a track along which vehicles can roll
subtype: #third_rail__thirdrail a rail through which electric current is supplied to an electric locomotive
subtype: #beater an implement for beating
subtype: #carpet_beater__rug_beater__rugbeater implement for beating dust out of carpets
subtype: #eggbeater__eggwhisk a mixer for beating eggs or whipping cream
subtype: #brush.implement an implement that has hairs or bristles firmly set into a handle
subtype: #bottlebrush a cylindrical brush on a thin shaft that is used to clean bottles
subtype: #bristle_brush__bristlebrush a brush that is made with the short stiff hairs of an animal or plant
subtype: #clothesbrush a brush used for cleaning clothing
subtype: #hairbrush a brush used to groom a person's hair
subtype: #nailbrush a brush used to clean a person's fingernails
subtype: #paintbrush a brush used as an applicator (to apply paint)
subtype: #sable_brush__sablebrush__sable__sable's_hair_pencil an artist's brush made of sable hair
subtype: #rigger_brush__rigger a long slender pointed sable brush used by artists
subtype: #scrub_brush__scrubbrush__scrubbing_brush__scrubbingbrush__scrubber a brush with short stiff bristles for heavy cleaning
subtype: #shaving_brush__shavingbrush a brush used to apply lather prior to shaving
subtype: #toothbrush small brush; has long handle; used to clean teeth
subtype: #electric_toothbrush a toothbrush with an electric motor in the handle that vibrates the head of the brush
subtype: #buff.implement__buffer an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)
subtype: #candlesnuffer an implement with a small cup at the end of a handle; used to extinguish the flame of a candle
subtype: #cleaning_implement any of a large class of implements used for cleaning
subtype: #broom a cleaning implement for sweeping; bundle of straws or twigs attached to a long handle
subtype: #besom a broom made of twigs tied together on a long handle
subtype: #push_broom a wide broom that is pushed ahead of the sweeper
subtype: #whiskbroom__whisk a small short-handled broom used to brush clothes
subtype: #carpet_sweeper__sweeper a cleaning device with revolving brushes that pick up dirt as the device is pushed over a carpet
subtype: #cleaning_pad a pad used as a cleaning implement
subtype: #scouring_pad a small abrasive cleaning pad used for scouring pots and pans
subtype: #soap_pad a cleaning pad containing soap
subtype: #pipe_cleaner cleaning implement consisting of a flexible tufted wire that is used to clean a pipe stem
subtype: #pull-through cleaning implement consisting of an oily rag attached by a cord to a weight; is pulled through the barrel of a rifle or handgun to clean it
subtype: #squeegee T-shaped cleaning implement with a rubber edge across the top; drawn across a surface to remove water (as in washing windows)
subtype: #swob__swab__mop cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors
subtype: #dustmop__dust_mop__dry_mop a dry swab for dusting floors
subtype: #sponge_mop a wet mop with a sponge as the absorbent
subtype: #eraser an implement used to erase something
subtype: #blackboard_eraser an eraser that removes chalk marks from blackboard
subtype: #ink_eraser__inkeraser an eraser that removes ink marks
subtype: #rubber_eraser__rubber__pencil_eraser an eraser made of rubber (or of a synthetic material with properties similar to rubber); commonly mounted at one end of a pencil
subtype: #fire_iron metal fireside implements
subtype: #fire_tongs__coal_tongs tongs for taking hold of burning coals
subtype: #stove_poker__stovepoker__poker__fire_hook__salamander fire iron consisting of a metal rod with a handle; used to stir a fire
subtype: #shovel.fire_iron a fire iron consisting of a small shovel used to scoop coals or ashes in a fireplace
subtype: #flail an implement consisting of handle with a free swinging stick at the end; used in manual threshing
subtype: #hook.implement a curved or bent implement for suspending or pulling something
subtype: #boat_hook pole-handled hook used to pull or push boats
subtype: #buttonhook a hook for pulling a button through a buttonhole
subtype: #crotchet a small tool or hook-like implement
subtype: #cup_hook__cuphook hook (usually on the underside of a shelf) for hanging cups
subtype: #fishhook a barbed hook for catching fish
subtype: #gaff an iron hook with a handle; used for landing large fish
subtype: #gig.hook a cluster of hooks (without barbs) that is drawn through a school of fish to hook their bodies; used when fish are not biting
subtype: #meat_hook a strong pointed hook from which the carcasses of animals are hung
subtype: #skyhook a hook that is imagined to be suspended from the sky
subtype: #branding_iron__iron implement used to brand live stock
subtype: #leather_strip__leatherstrip implement consisting of a strip of leather
subtype: #lash__thong leather strip that forms the flexible part of a whip
subtype: #strap an elongated leather strip (or or strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
subtype: #bootstrap a strap that is looped and sewn to the top of a boot for pulling it on
subtype: #cheekpiece either of two straps of a bridle that connect the bit to the headpiece
subtype: #chin_strap a strap attached to a hat; passes under the chin and holds the hat in place
subtype: #crupper a strap from the back of a saddle passing under the horse's tail; prevents saddle from slipping forward
subtype: #rein one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
subtype: #bearing_rein__bearingrein__checkrein a rein designed to keep the horse's head in the desired position
subtype: #leading_rein__leadingrein rein to direct the horse's head left or right
subtype: #strop a leather strap used to sharpen razors
subtype: #thong a thin strip of leather; often used to lash things together
subtype: #needle a sharp pointed implement (usually steel)
subtype: #crochet_needle__crochetneedle__crochet_hook__crochethook a needle with a hook on the end; used in crocheting
subtype: #hypodermic_needle a hollow needle
subtype: #knitting_needle needle consisting of a slender rod with pointed ends; usually used in pairs
subtype: #packing_needle__packingneedle a large needle used to sew up canvas packages
subtype: #sewing_needle a needle used in sewing to pull thread through cloth
subtype: #darning_needle__darningneedle__embroidery_needle a long needle with an eye large enough for heavy darning or embroidery thread
subtype: #sharp a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point
subtype: #upholstery_needle any of several very heavy and sometimes curved sewing needles used by upholsterers
subtype: #oar an implement used to propel or steer a boat
subtype: #boat_paddle__paddle a short light oar used without an oarlock to propel a canoe or small boat
subtype: #short-handled_scull__shorthandledscull__scull one of a pair of short-handled oars
subtype: #long-handled_scull__scull a long-handled oar mounted at the stern of a boat and moved left and right to propel the boat forward
subtype: #sweep_oar__sweepoar__sweep a long oar used in an open boat
subtype: #rod a long thin implement made of metal or wood
subtype: #baton a thin tapered rod used by a conductor to direct an orchestra
subtype: #wand a baton used by a magician or water diviner
subtype: #connecting_rod a rod that transmits motion (especially one that connects a rotating wheel to a reciprocating shaft)
subtype: #piston_rod connecting rod that moves or is moved by a piston
subtype: #control_rod__controlrod a steel or aluminum rod that can be moved up or down to control the rate of the nuclear reaction
subtype: #divining_rod__dowsing_rod__dowsingrod a rod (usually a forked branch) that is said to dip down when held over and underground source of water or minerals
subtype: #fishing_rod__fishingrod__fishing_pole__fishingpole a rod of wood or steel or fiberglass that is used in fishing to extend the fishing line
subtype: #fly_rod a long flexible fishing rod used in fly fishing
subtype: #spinning_rod a fishing rod designed for casting a spinning lure
subtype: #pole a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic
subtype: #barge_pole__bargepole a long pole used to propel or guide a barge; "I wouldn't touch it with a barge pole"
subtype: #microphone_boom__boom a pole carrying an overhead microphone projected over a film or tv set
subtype: #caber a heavy wooden pole (such as the trunk of a young fir) tossed as a test of strength (in the Highlands of Scotland)
subtype: #mast.pole any sturdy upright pole
subtype: #ski_pole__skipole a pole with metal points used as an aid in skiing
subtype: #spar a stout rounded pole of wood or metal used to support rigging
subtype: #boom any of various more-or-less horizontal spars or poles used to extend the foot of a sail or for handling cargo or in mooring
subtype: #bowsprit a spar projecting from the bow of a vessel
subtype: #dolphin_striker__martingale spar under the bowsprit of a sailboat
subtype: #gaff.spar a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail
subtype: #jibboom a spar that extends the bowsprit
subtype: #mast a vertical spar for supporting sails
subtype: #foremast the mast nearest the bow in vessels with two or more masts
subtype: #jiggermast__jigger any small mast on a sailing vessel; especially the mizzenmast of a yawl
subtype: #jury_mast a temporary mast to replace one that has broken off
subtype: #mainmast the chief mast of a sailing vessel with two or more masts
subtype: #mizzenmast__mizenmast__mizzen__mizen third mast from the bow in a vessel having three or more masts; the after and shorter mast of a yawl, ketch, or dandy
subtype: #topmast the mast next above a lower mast and topmost in a fore-and-aft rig
subtype: #fore-topmast the topmast next above the foremast
subtype: #main-topmast the topmast next above the mainmast
subtype: #royal_mast__royalmast topmast immediately above the topgallant mast
subtype: #topgallant_mast__topgallant a mast fixed to the head of a topmast on a square-rigged vessel
subtype: #sprit a light spar that crosses a fore-and-aft sail diagonally
subtype: #yard.spar a long horizontal spar tapered at the end and used to support and spread a square sail or lateen
subtype: #main_yard yard for a square mainsail
subtype: #stilt one of two stout poles with foot rests in the middle; used for walking high above the ground; "he was so tall I thought he was on stilts"
subtype: #ramrod a rod used to ram the charge into a muzzle-loading firearm
subtype: #ramrod.rod a rod used to clean the barrel of a firearm
subtype: #rotating_shaft__shaft a revolving rod that transmits power or motion
subtype: #camshaft has cams attached to it
subtype: #crankshaft a rotating shaft driven by (or driving) a crank
subtype: #driveshaft a rotating shaft that transmits power from the engine to the point of application
subtype: #mandrel__spindle__mandril__arbor any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts
subtype: #transmission_shaft rotating shaft that transmits rotary motion from the engine to the differential
subtype: #shaft.rod a long rod or pole (especially the handle of an implement or the body of a weapon like a spear or arrow)
subtype: #axle a shaft on which a wheel rotates
subtype: #dead_axle an axle that carries a wheel but without power to drive it
subtype: #axletree a dead axle on a carriage or wagon that has terminal spindles on which the wheel revolve
subtype: #axle_bar an iron bar that serves as an axletree
subtype: #journal.axle the part of the axle contained by a bearing
subtype: #live_axle__driving_axle__drivingaxle the axle of a self-propelled vehicle that provides the driving power
subtype: #thill one of two shafts extending from the body of a cart or carriage on either side of the animal that pulls it
subtype: #stair-rod__stairrod a rod that holds a stair-carpet in the angle between two steps
subtype: #tie_rod__tierod either of two rods that link the steering gear to the front wheels
subtype: #sharpener any implement that is used to make an edge sharper; "a knife sharpener"
subtype: #grindstone a revolving stone shaped like a disk; used to grind or sharpen or polish edge tools
subtype: #steel.sharpener knife sharpener consisting of a ridged steel rod
subtype: #strop a leather strap used to sharpen razors
subtype: #snuffer a cone-shaped implement with a handle; for extinguishing candles
subtype: #fishgig__spear__gig__fizgig__lance an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
subtype: #harpoon a spear with a shaft and barbed point for throwing; used for catching large fish or whales; a strong line is attached to it
subtype: #leister a spear with three or more prongs; used for spearing fish (especially salmon)
subtype: #spike.implement a long sharp-pointed implement (wood or metal)
subtype: #sports_implement an implement used in a sport
subtype: #baton.sports_implement an implement passed from runner to runner in a relay race
subtype: #cue_stick__cuestick__cue__poolcue__pool_stick sports implement consisting of a tapering rod used to strike a cue ball in pool or billiards
subtype: #hockey_stick sports implement consisting of a stick used by hockey players to move the puck
subtype: #mallet.sports_implement a sports implement with a long handle and a head like a hammer; used in sports (polo or croquet) to hit a ball
subtype: #croquet_mallet__croquetmallet a mallet used to strike the ball in croquet
subtype: #polo_mallet__polo_stick a mallet used to strike the ball in polo
subtype: #pole.sports_implement a long fiberglass sports implement used for pole vaulting
subtype: #racquet__racket a sports implement (usually consisting of a handle and an oval frame with a tightly interlaced network of strings) used to strike a ball (or shuttlecock) in various games
subtype: #badminton_racket__badmintonracket__badminton_racquet__badmintonracquet__battledore a light long-handled racket used by badminton players
subtype: #crosse a long racket with a triangular frame; used in playing lacrosse
subtype: #squash_racket__squash_racquet__bat a small racket with a long handle used for playing squash
subtype: #tennis_racket__tennis_racquet a racket used to play tennis
subtype: #stick implement consisting of a length of wood; "he collected dry sticks for a campfire"; "the kid had a candied apple on a stick"
subtype: #bow.stick a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut horsehair strands, used in playing certain stringed instrument
subtype: #fiddlestick__violin_bow a bow used in playing the violin
subtype: #club stout stick that is larger at one end; "he carried a club in self defense"; "he felt as if he had been hit with a club"
subtype: #bat a club used for hitting a ball in various games
subtype: #baseball_bat__lumber an implement used in baseball by the batter
subtype: #paddle.bat small wooden bat with a flat surface; used for hitting balls in various games
subtype: #table-tennis_racquet__table-tennis_bat__pingpong_paddle paddle used to play table tennis
subtype: #bludgeon a club used as a weapon
subtype: #cosh__blackjack a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people
subtype: #cudgel a club that is used as a weapon
subtype: #bastinado a cudgel used to give someone a beating on the soles of the feet
subtype: #shillelagh__shillalah (Irish) a cudgel made of hardwood (usually oak or blackthorn)
subtype: #Indian_club a bottle-shaped club used in exercises
subtype: #knobkerrie__knobkerry a short wooden club with a heavy knob on one end; used by aborigines in southern Africa
subtype: #lathi__lathee club consisting of a heavy stick (often bamboo) bound with iron; used by police in India
subtype: #truncheon__nightstick__billy__billystick__stick a policeman's club
subtype: #diving_rod__dowser__waterfinder__water_finder__waterfinder forked stick said to indicate underground water or oil
subtype: #drumstick a stick used for playing a drum
subtype: #mallet a light drumstick with a rounded head that is used to strike percussion instruments
subtype: #matchstick a short thin stick of wood used in making matches
subtype: #maulstick__mahlstick a long stick that a painter uses to support the hand holding the brush
subtype: #singlestick__fencing_stick__fencingstick__backsword a stick used instead of a sword for fencing
subtype: #spindle a stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning
subtype: #staff.stick a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose; "he walked with the help of a wooden staff"
subtype: #alpenstock a stout staff with a metal point; used by mountain climbers
subtype: #shepherd's_crook__crook a long staff with one end being hook shaped
subtype: #crutch.staff a wooden or metal staff that fits under the armpit and reaches to the ground; used by disabled person while walking
subtype: #distaff the staff on which wool or flax is wound before spinning
subtype: #flagpole__flagstaff a tall staff or pole on which a flag is raised
subtype: #pikestaff the staff of a pike
subtype: #quarterstaff a long stout staff used as a weapon
subtype: #stob (dialect) a short straight stick of wood
subtype: #swizzle_stick__swizzlestick a small stick used to stir mixed drinks
subtype: #walking_stick__walkingstick a stick carried in the hand for support in walking
subtype: #cane a stick that people can lean on to help them walk
subtype: #malacca_cane__malaccacane__malacca a cane made from the stem of a rattan palm
subtype: #swagger_stick__swaggerstick a short cane or stick covered with leather and carried by army officers
subtype: #sword_cane__swordcane__swordstick a cane concealing a sword or dagger
subtype: #supplejack walking stick made from the wood of an American tropical vine
subtype: #stirrer an implement used for stirring
subtype: #swab implement consisting of a small piece of cotton that is used to apply medication or cleanse a wound or obtain a specimen of a secretion
subtype: #swatter__flyswatter__flyswat an implement with a flat part (of mesh or plastic) and a long handle; used to kill insects
subtype: #tool an implement used in the practice of a vocation
subtype: #abrader a tool or machine used for wearing down or smoothing or polishing
subtype: #abrading_stone a primitive stone artifact (usually made of sandstone) used as an abrader
subtype: #steel-wool_pad abrader consisting of a pad of steel wool used for polishing or smoothing
subtype: #bender a tool for bending; "he used pliers as a bender"
subtype: #comb.tool any of several tools for straightening fibers
subtype: #currycomb a square comb with rows of small teeth; used to curry horses
subtype: #cutting_implement__cuttingimplement a tool used for cutting or slicing
subtype: #bit.cutting_implement the cutting part of a drill; usually pointed and threaded and is replaceable in a brace or bitstock or drill press; "he looked around for the right size bit"
subtype: #bur__burr small bit used in dentistry or surgery
subtype: #center_bit__centre_bit a bit with a sharp center point for guidance and two side cutters
subtype: #chamfer_bit a bit that is used for beveling
subtype: #counterbore__countersink__countersinkbit a bit for enlarging the upper part of a hole
subtype: #drilling_bit__drill_bit__drillbit a bit used in drilling for oil
subtype: #core_bit an annular drilling bit to allow core samples to be taken
subtype: #fishtail_bit__blade_bit__bladebit a drilling bit with cutting edges usually hardened against wear
subtype: #rock_bit__roller_bit a drill bit that has hardened rotating rollers
subtype: #expansion_bit__expansionbit__expansive_bit__expansivebit a bit with a cutting blade that can be adjusted to different sizes
subtype: #pilot_bit__pilotbit a small bit that drills a first hole to guide a larger drill
subtype: #spade_bit__spadebit a thin bit with a center point and cutting edges on either side
subtype: #twist_bit__twistbit__twist_drill a bit or drill having deep helical grooves
subtype: #blade.cutting_implement the flat part of a tool or weapon that (usually) has a cutting edge
subtype: #knife_blade__knifeblade the blade of a knife
subtype: #razorblade a blade that has very sharp edge
subtype: #cutting_tool__cuttingtool__cutter__cutlery a cutting implement; a tool for cutting
subtype: #bolt_cutter an implement for cutting bolts
subtype: #cigar_cutter__cigarcutter an implement for cutting the tip off of a cigar
subtype: #die.cutting_tool a cutting tool that is fitted into a diestock and used for cutting male (external) screw threads on screws or bolts or pipes or rods
subtype: #edge_tool any cutting tool with a sharp cutting edge (as a chisel or knife or plane or gouge)
subtype: #adz__adze an edge tool used to cut and shape wood
subtype: #ax__axe an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle
subtype: #broadax__broadaxe a large ax with a broad cutting blade
subtype: #battle-ax__battle-axe a broadax used as a weapon
subtype: #Lochaber_ax a battle-ax formerly used by Scottish Highlanders
subtype: #poleax__poleaxe a battle ax used in the Middle Ages; a long handled ax and a pick
subtype: #common_ax__common_axe__Dayton_ax__Dayton_axe an ax with a long handle and a head that has one cutting edge and one blunt side
subtype: #double-bitted_ax__double-bitted_axe__Western_ax__Western_axe an ax that has cutting edges on both sides of the head
subtype: #fireman's_ax__fireman'sax__fireman's_axe__fireman'saxe an ax that has a long handle and a head with one cutting edge and a point on the other side
subtype: #hatchet short ax used to chop wood
subtype: #broad_hatchet__broadhatchet a short-handled hatchet with a broad blade opposite a hammerhead
subtype: #claw_hatchet a hatchet that has a cleft for pulling nails
subtype: #half_hatchet a hatchet with a broad blade on one end and a hammer head of the other
subtype: #ice_ax__iceax__iceaxe__piolet an ax used by mountain climbers for cutting footholds in ice
subtype: #poleaxe an ax used to slaughter cattle; has a hammer opposite the blade
subtype: #chisel an edge tool with a flat steel blade with a cutting edge
subtype: #burin a chisel of tempered steel with a sharp point; used for engraving
subtype: #cold_chisel__set_chisel__setchisel narrow chisel made of steel; used to cut stone or bricks
subtype: #drove_chisel__drovechisel__drove a chisel with a broad edge for dressing stone
subtype: #firmer_chisel a chisel with a thin blade for woodworking
subtype: #ripping_chisel__rippingchisel a long chisel with a slightly bent cutting end; used for heavy prying or cleaning mortises
subtype: #wood_chisel a chisel for working wood; it is either struck with a mallet or pushed by hand
subtype: #gouge.edge_tool and edge tool with a blade like a trough for cutting channels or grooves
subtype: #hob.edge_tool a hard steel edge tool used to cut gears
subtype: #knife edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
subtype: #barong a knife resembling a cleaver; used in the Philippines
subtype: #bolo_knife__bolo long heavy knife with a single edge; of Philippine origin
subtype: #Bowie_knife a stout hunting knife with a single edge
subtype: #bread_knife a knife used to cut bread
subtype: #butcher_knife__butcherknife a large sharp knife for cutting or trimming meat
subtype: #carving_knife__carvingknife a large knife used to carve cooked meat
subtype: #sheath_knife__case_knife a knife with a fixed blade that is carried in a sheath
subtype: #meat_cleaver__cleaver__chopper a butcher's knife having a large square blade
subtype: #drawknife__drawshave a woodworker`s knife to shave off surfaces
subtype: #hunting_knife__huntingknife a large sharp knife with a handle shaped to fit the grip
subtype: #letter_opener__paperknife dull knife used to cut open the envelopes in which letters are mailed or to slit uncut pages of books
subtype: #linoleum_knife__linoleum_cutter a knife having a short stiff blade with a curved point used for cutting linoleum
subtype: #parang a stout straight knife used in Malaysia and Indonesia
subtype: #paring_knife__parer a small sharp knife used in paring fruits or vegetables
subtype: #pocketknife__pocket_knife a knife with a blade that folds into the handle; suitable for carrying in the pocket
subtype: #clasp_knife__jackknife a large knife with one or more folding blades
subtype: #penknife a small pocketknife; originally used to cut quill pens
subtype: #switchblade_knife__switchbladeknife__switchblade__flick_knife__flickknife a pocketknife with a blade that springs open at the press of a button
subtype: #pruning_knife__pruningknife a knife with a curved or hooked blade
subtype: #slicer knife especially designed for slicing particular foods, as cheese
subtype: #surgical_knife a very sharp knife used in surgery
subtype: #catling a long double-edged knife used for amputations
subtype: #lancet__lance a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions
subtype: #scalpel a thin straight surgical knife used in dissection and surgery
subtype: #table_knife__tableknife a knife used for eating at dining table
subtype: #butter_knife a small knife with a dull blade; for cutting or spreading butter
subtype: #case_knife a metal blade with a handle; used as cutlery
subtype: #fish_knife a small table knife with a spatula blade used for eating fish
subtype: #steak_knife__steakknife a sharp table knife used in eating steak
subtype: #pickax__pick__pickaxe a heavy iron tool with a wooden handle and a curved head that is pointed on both ends; "they used picks and sledges to break the rocks"
subtype: #mattock a kind of pick that is used for digging; has a flat baled set at right angles to the handle
subtype: #carpenter's_plane__carpenter'splane__plane__woodworking_plane__woodworkingplane a carpenter's hand tool with an adjustable blade for smoothing or shaping wood; "the cabinetmaker used a plane for the finish work"
subtype: #beading_plane__beadingplane a plane with a concave blade for making moulding with beadwork
subtype: #block_plane__blockplane a small plane used on end grains of wood
subtype: #bullnose__bullnosed_plane__bullnosedplane a small carpenter's plane with the cutting edge near the front
subtype: #chamfer_plane__chamferplane a plane that makes a beveled edge
subtype: #circular_plane__compass_plane__compassplane a plane with a flexible face that can plane concave or convex surfaces
subtype: #combination_plane__combinationplane a woodworking plane that has interchangeable cutters of various shapes
subtype: #dovetail_plane a wood-working plane designed to make the grooves for dovetail joints
subtype: #fore_plane a carpenter's plane intermediate between a jack plane and a jointer plane
subtype: #jack_plane a carpenter's plane for rough surfacing
subtype: #jointer_plane__jointerplane__jointer__jointingplane__long_plane a long carpenter's plane used to shape the edges of boards so they will fit together
subtype: #match_plane__matchplane__tonguing_and_grooving_plane a plane having cutters designed to make the tongues and grooves on the edges of matchboards
subtype: #openside_plane__rabbet_plane a woodworking plane designed to cut rabbets
subtype: #dado_plane a plane for making a dado groove
subtype: #router_plane a woodworking plane with a narrow cutting head that will make grooves with smooth bottoms
subtype: #scrub_plane__scrubplane a narrow woodworking plane used to cut away excess stock
subtype: #smooth_plane__smoothing_plane__smoothingplane a small plane for finish work
subtype: #pruning_hook__pruninghook__pruner__lopper a long-handled edge tool with a curved blade at the end and sometimes a clipper; used to prune small trees
subtype: #razor edge tool used in shaving
subtype: #safety_razor a razor with a guard to prevent deep cuts in the skin
subtype: #electric_shaver__shaver__electric_razor a razor powered by an electric motor
subtype: #straight_razor a razor with a straight cutting edge enclosed in a case that forms a handle when the razor is opened for use
subtype: #pair_of_scissors__scissors and edge tool having two crossed pivoting blades
subtype: #scythe an edge tool for cutting grass; has a long handle that must be held with both hands and a curved blade that moves parallel to the ground
subtype: #shear.edge_tool edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it
subtype: #sickle__reaping_hook__reapinghook__reap_hook an edge tool for cutting grass or crops; has a curved blade and a short handle
subtype: #wire_cutter an edge tool used in cutting wire
subtype: #glass_cutter__glasscutter a tool for cutting glass
subtype: #tile_cutter a cutter (tool for cutting) for floor tiles
subtype: #paper_cutter__papercutter a cutting implement for cutting sheets of paper to the desired size
subtype: #drill a tool with a sharp point and cutting edges for making holes in hard materials (usually rotating rapidly or by repeated blows)
subtype: #screw_auger__screwauger__auger__gimlet__wimble hand tool for boring holes
subtype: #bore_bit__borer__rock_drill__stone_drill a drill for penetrating rock
subtype: #cross_bit__crossbit a rock drill having cruciform cutting edges; used in mining
subtype: #star_drill a steel rock drill with a star-shaped point that is used for making holes in stones or masonry; it is operated by hitting the end with a hammer while rotating it between blows
subtype: #straight_flute__straight-fluted_drill a rock drill with straight flutes
subtype: #brace_and_bit__braceandbit a drill consisting of a bit and a brace to hold and turn it
subtype: #breast_drill a portable drill with a plate that is pressed against the chest to force the drill point into the work
subtype: #dentist's_drill__dentist'sdrill__burr_drill a high speed drill that dentists use to cut into teeth
subtype: #hand_drill__handheld_drill a small portable drill held and operated by hand
subtype: #power_drill__powerdrill a power tool for making holes in hard materials
subtype: #electric_drill__drill a rotating power drill powered by an electric motor
subtype: #pneumatic_drill__pneumaticdrill a power drill powered by compressed air
subtype: #reamer a drill that is used to shape or enlarge holes
subtype: #trepan a drill for cutting circular holes around a center
subtype: #eolith a crude stone artifact (as a chipped flint); possibly the earliest tools
subtype: #fork.tool an agricultural tool used for lifting or digging; has a handle and metal prongs
subtype: #hayfork a long-handled fork for turning or lifting hay
subtype: #gang tool consisting of a combination of implements arranged to work together
subtype: #garden_tool__lawn_tool used for working in gardens or yards
subtype: #edger garden tool for cutting grass around the edges of a yard
subtype: #hedge_trimmer__hedgetrimmer a garden tool for trimming hedges
subtype: #lawn_mower__mower garden tool for mowing grass on lawns
subtype: #hand_mower a lawn mower that is operated by hand
subtype: #power_mower__motor_mower a lawn mower powered by a gasoline motor
subtype: #riding_mower a power mower you can ride on
subtype: #grapnel__grapple__grappler__grappling_hook__grapplinghook__grappling_iron__grapplingiron a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope
subtype: #crampon__crampoon a hinged pair of curved iron bars; used to raise heavy objects
subtype: #hand_tool a tool used with workers' hands
subtype: #awl a pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes
subtype: #bradawl__pricker an awl for making small holes for brads or small screws
subtype: #scriber__scratch_awl a sharp-pointed awl for marking wood or metal to be cut
subtype: #bevel_square__bevelsquare__bevel a hand tool consisting of two rules that are hinged together so you can draw or measure angles of any size
subtype: #threader__bodkin a blunt needle for threading ribbon through loops
subtype: #bodkin a small sharp-pointed tool for punching holes in leather or fabric
subtype: #crank__starter a hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle
subtype: #crank_handle__crankhandle__starting_handle crank used to start an engine
subtype: #dibble__dibber a wooden hand tool with a pointed end; used to make holes in the ground for planting seeds or bulbs
subtype: #file.hand_tool a steel hand tool with small sharp teeth on some or all of its surfaces; used for smoothing wood or metal
subtype: #blunt_file__bluntfile a file with parallel edges
subtype: #flat_file a file with two flat surfaces
subtype: #nailfile a small flat file for shaping the nails
subtype: #wood_file__rasp a coarse file with sharp pointed projections
subtype: #rat-tail_file a thin round file shaped like the tail of a rat
subtype: #round_file__roundfile a file with a circular cross section; used to file the inside of holes
subtype: #taper_file__taperfile a file with converging edges
subtype: #hammer a hand tool with a heavy rigid head and a handle; used to deliver an impulsive force by striking
subtype: #ball-peen_hammer a hammer with one round and one flat end; used in working metal
subtype: #bricklayer's_hammer a hammer used in laying bricks
subtype: #carpenter's_hammer__carpenter'shammer__claw_hammer__clawhammer a hammer with a cleft at one end for pulling nails
subtype: #mallet.hammer__beetle a tool resembling a hammer but with a large head (usually wooden); used to drive wedges or ram down paving stones or for crushing or beating or flattening or smoothing
subtype: #carpenter's_mallet__carpenter'smallet a short-handled mallet with a wooden head used to strike a chisel or wedge
subtype: #gavel__hammer a small mallet used by a presiding officer or a judge
subtype: #maul__sledge__sledgehammer a heavy long-handled hammer used to drive stakes or wedges
subtype: #plexor__plessor (medicine) a small hammer with a rubber head used in percussive examinations of the chest and in testing reflexes
subtype: #tack_hammer a light hammer that is used to drive tacks
subtype: #hand_shovel a shovel that is operated by hand
subtype: #coal_shovel a hand shovel for shoveling coal
subtype: #entrenching_tool__entrenchingtool__trenching_spade__trenchingspade a hand shovel carried by infantrymen for digging trenches
subtype: #spade.hand_shovel a sturdy hand shovel that can be pushed into the earth with the foot
subtype: #ditch_spade__ditchspade__long-handled_spade a spade with a long handle for digging narrow ditches
subtype: #garden_spade a spade used by gardeners
subtype: #stump_spud__stumpspud__spud a sharp hand shovel for digging out roots and weeds
subtype: #marlinespike__marlinspike a pointed iron hand tool that is used to separate strands of a rope or cable (as in splicing)
subtype: #miter_box__miterbox__mitre_box__mitrebox hand tool for guiding handsaws in making crosscuts or miter joints
subtype: #opener a hand tool used for opening sealed containers (bottles or cans)
subtype: #bottle_opener an opener for removing caps or corks from bottles
subtype: #cap_opener__capopener a bottle opener to pry off caps
subtype: #corkscrew__bottle_screw a bottle opener that pulls corks
subtype: #can_opener__canopener__tin_opener__tinopener a device for cutting cans open
subtype: #church_key can opener that has a triangular pointed end that pierces the tops of cans
subtype: #latchstring opener consisting of a string that can be passed through a hole in a door for raising the latch from outside
subtype: #pallet.hand_tool a hand tool with a flat blade used by potters for mixing and shaping clay
subtype: #pestle a club-shaped hand tool for grinding and mixing substances in a mortar
subtype: #pick.hand_tool a thin sharp implement used for picking; "he used a pick to clean dirt out of the cracks"
subtype: #icepick__ice_pick__icepick pick consisting of a steel rod with a sharp point; used for breaking up blocks of ice
subtype: #toothpick pick consisting of a small strip of wood or plastic; used to pick food from between the teeth
subtype: #pair_of_pincers__pincer__tweezer__pairoftweezer a hand tool for holding consisting of a compound lever
subtype: #roach_clip__roachclip__roach_holder__roachholder metal tweezers used by marijuana smokers to hold a roach
subtype: #pipe_cutter a hand tool for cutting pipe
subtype: #pitchfork a long-handled hand tool with sharp widely spaced prongs for lifting and pitching hay
subtype: #carpenter's_plane__carpenter'splane__plane__woodworking_plane__woodworkingplane a carpenter's hand tool with an adjustable blade for smoothing or shaping wood; "the cabinetmaker used a plane for the finish work"
subtype: #pair_of_pliers__pliers__plyers a gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws
subtype: #plumber's_snake__plumber'ssnake__auger a long flexible steel coil for dislodging stoppages in curved pipes
subtype: #plumber's_helper__plumber'shelper__plunger hand tool consisting of a stick with a rubber suction cup at one end; used to clean clogged drains
subtype: #ravehook a hooked hand tool used to prepare the seams of a boat for oakum
subtype: #sandblaster a tool that throws out a blast of steam laden with sand; used to clean or grind hard surfaces
subtype: #saw hand tool having a toothed blade for cutting
subtype: #billhook__bill a long-handled saw with a curved blade; "he used a bill to prune branches off of the tree"
subtype: #crown_saw__crownsaw a saw having teeth around the edge of a hollow cylinder
subtype: #hacksaw__metal_saw__metalsaw saw used with one hand for cutting metal
subtype: #handsaw__carpenter'ssaw a saw used with one hand for cutting wood
subtype: #backsaw a handsaw stiffened by metal along upper edge
subtype: #compass_saw__compasssaw a handsaw with a thin triangular blade for cutting curves
subtype: #coping_saw a handsaw with a taut thin blade; used for cutting small curves in wood
subtype: #crosscut_saw handsaw that cuts at right angles to the grain (or major axis)
subtype: #keyhole_saw__keyholesaw a handsaw for cutting short radius curves; similar to a compass saw
subtype: #pruning_saw__pruningsaw a handsaw used for pruning trees
subtype: #ripsaw__splitsaw a handsaw for cutting with the grain of the wood
subtype: #two-handed_saw__whipsaw a handsaw intended for use by two people
subtype: #pitsaw a large two-handed saw formerly used to cut logs into planks; one man stood above the log and the other in a pit below
subtype: #scraper any of various hand tools for scraping
subtype: #screwdriver a hand tool for driving screws; has a tip that fits into the head of a screw
subtype: #flat_tip_screwdriver a screwdriver with a flat wedge-shaped tip that fits into a slot in the head of a screw
subtype: #Phillips_screwdriver a screwdriver for use with Phillips screws
subtype: #spiral_ratchet_screwdriver__ratchet_screwdriver__ratchetscrewdriver a screwdriver with a ratchet (so the blade turns in only one direction) and a spiral in the handle (so the blade rotates) with downward pressure on the handle
subtype: #shovel a hand tool for lifting loose material; consists of a curved container or scoop and a handle
subtype: #hand_shovel a shovel that is operated by hand
subtype: #posthole_digger__post-hole_digger a shovel used to sink postholes
subtype: #scoop_shovel__scoopshovel__scoop the shovel or bucket of dredge or backhoe
subtype: #soldering_iron__solderingiron a hand tool with a heatable tip; used to melt and apply solder
subtype: #spatula a hand tool with a thin flexible blade used to mix or spread soft substances
subtype: #palette_knife__paletteknife a spatula used by artists for mixing or applying or scraping off oil paints
subtype: #putty_knife__puttyknife a spatula used to mix or apply putty
subtype: #slice.spatula a spatula for spreading paint or ink
subtype: #spreader a hand tool for spreading something; "he used his knife as a spreader"
subtype: #square.hand_tool a hand tool consisting of two straight arms at right angles; used to construct or test right angles; "the carpenter who built this room must have lost his square"
subtype: #carpenter's_square__carpenter'ssquare a steel square used by carpenters; larger than a try square
subtype: #try_square__trysquare a square having a metal ruler set at right angles to another straight piece
subtype: #set_square__setsquare a try square with an adjustable sliding head
subtype: #T-square a square used by draftsmen to draw parallel lines
subtype: #straightedge hand tool consisting of a flat rigid rectangular bar (metal or wood) that can be used to draw straight lines (or test their straightness)
subtype: #tire_iron__tire_tool hand tool consisting of a lever that is used to force the casing of a pneumatic tire onto a steel wheel
subtype: #trowel a small hand tool with a handle and flat metal blade; used for scooping or spreading plaster or similar materials
subtype: #brick_trowel__bricktrowel__mason'strowel a trowel used in masonry
subtype: #garden_trowel a trowel used by gardeners
subtype: #plastering_trowel a trowel used to spread and smooth plaster
subtype: #pointing_trowel a trowel used to fill and finish masonry joints with mortar or cement
subtype: #slick a trowel used to make a surface slick
subtype: #weeder a hand tool for removing weeds
subtype: #spanner__wrench a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt
subtype: #adjustable_wrench__adjustable_spanner can be changed to different settings
subtype: #monkeywrench__monkey_wrench adjustable wrench that has one fixed and one adjustable jaw
subtype: #pipe_wrench__tube_wrench adjustable wrench for gripping and turning a pipe; has two serrated jaws that are adjusted to grip the pipe
subtype: #chain_tongs__chaintong__chain_wrench__chainwrench a pipe wrench used for turning large pipes; an adjustable chain circles the pipe with its ends connected to the head whose teeth engage the pipe
subtype: #Stillson_wrench a large pipe wrench with L-shaped adjustable jaws that tighten as pressure on the handle is increased
subtype: #screw_wrench__screwwrench adjustable wrench that has one jaw that can be adjusted by turning a screw
subtype: #Allen_wrench a wrench for Allen screws
subtype: #alligator_wrench__alligatorwrench a wrench with a V-shaped jaw and serrations on one side (resembles the open jaws of an alligator)
subtype: #box_wrench__boxwrench__box_end_wrench__boxendwrench a wrench with a closed loop (a socket) that fits over a nut or bolt head
subtype: #brace_wrench__bracewrench a wrench shaped like a brace (has a handle shaped like a crank) and a socket head
subtype: #bulldog_wrench__bulldogwrench a wrench designed to provide a firm grip on something
subtype: #carriage_wrench a wrench designed for use with carriage bolts
subtype: #dog_wrench__dogwrench a wrench with a handle shaped like a crank
subtype: #hook_wrench__hook_spanner a wrench with a hook that fits over a nut or bolt head
subtype: #lug_wrench__lugwrench a wrench with jaws that have projecting lugs to engage the object that is to be rotated
subtype: #open-end_wrench__tappet_wrench a wrench having parallel jaws at fixed separation (often on both ends of the handle)
subtype: #S_wrench a wrench with an S-shaped handle
subtype: #pin_wrench__pinwrench a wrench that has a projecting pin that fits into a socket on the object to be turned
subtype: #screw_key__screwkey a wrench for turning a screw
subtype: #socket_wrench a wrench with a handle onto which sockets of different sizes can be fitted
subtype: #sparkplug_wrench__sparkplugwrench a wrench for removing or tightening spark plugs into the cylinder head of an internal combustion engine
subtype: #tap_wrench__tapwrench a wrench for turning a tap to create an internal screw thread
subtype: #torque_wrench a wrench that has a gauge that indicates the amount of torque being applied
subtype: #hoe a tool with a flat blade attached at right angles to a long handle
subtype: #scuffle_hoe__scufflehoe__scuffle__Dutch_hoe a hoe that is used by pushing rather than pulling
subtype: #jack.tool tool for exerting pressure or lifting
subtype: #bumper_jack a jack for lifting a motor vehicle by the bumper
subtype: #jackscrew__screw_jack__screwjack screw-operated jack
subtype: #Jaws_of_Life (trademark) hydraulic tool inserted into a wrecked vehicle and used to pry the wreckage apart in order to provide access to people trapped inside
subtype: #neolith a stone tool from the Neolithic Age
subtype: #paleolith a stone tool from the Paleolithic age
subtype: #pestle.tool__muller__pounder a heavy tool of stone or iron (usually with a flat base and a handle) that is used to grind and mix material (as grain or drugs or pigments) against a slab of stone
subtype: #plow__plough a farm tool having one or more heavy blades to break the soil and cut a furrow prior to sowing
subtype: #bull_tongue a heavy plow with a single wide blade; used chiefly in cotton fields
subtype: #moldboard_plow__moldboardplow__mouldboard_plough plow that has a moldboard
subtype: #lister_plough__lister__lister_plow__middlebreaker__middle_buster moldboard plow with a double moldboard designed to move dirt to either side of a central furrow
subtype: #power_tool__powertool a tool driven by a motor
subtype: #polisher__buffer a power tool used to buff surfaces
subtype: #burr.power_tool rotary file for smoothing rough edges left on a workpiece
subtype: #drum_sander__electric_sander__sander__smoother a power tool used for sanding wood; a loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor
subtype: #power_hammer__powerhammer__hammer a power tool for drilling rocks
subtype: #air_hammer__airhammer__jackhammer__pneumatic_hammer__pneumatichammer a hammer driven by compressed air
subtype: #electric_hammer a hammer driven by electric motor
subtype: #triphammer a massive power hammer; raised by a cam until released to fall under gravity
subtype: #planer__plane__planing_machine__planingmachine a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood
subtype: #power_drill__powerdrill a power tool for making holes in hard materials
subtype: #power_saw__powersaw__saw__sawingmachine a power tool for cutting wood
subtype: #bandsaw a toothed metal band driven by two wheels
subtype: #chain_saw__chainsaw__chainsaw portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain
subtype: #circular_saw__buzz_saw a power saw that has a steel disk with cutting teeth on the periphery; rotates on a spindle
subtype: #portable_saw a portable circular saw (with a hand grip)
subtype: #gangsaw a power saw that has several parallel blades making simultaneous cuts
subtype: #jigsaw__scroll_saw__fretsaw fine-toothed power saw with a narrow blade; used to cut curved outlines
subtype: #sawmill a large sawing machine
subtype: #router a power tool with a shaped cutter; used in carpentry for cutting grooves
subtype: #stamping_machine__stamper a power tool that stamps; "a metal stamper"
subtype: #punch.tool a tool for making (usually circular) holes
subtype: #punch_pliers punch consisting of pliers for perforating paper or leather
subtype: #rake a long-handled tool with a row of teeth at its head; used to move leaves or loosen soil
subtype: #croupier's_rake a small rake used by a croupier to move chips around on the table
subtype: #garden_rake a rake used by gardeners
subtype: #ram a tool for driving or forcing something by impact
subtype: #battering_ram__batteringram a ram used to break down doors of fortified buildings
subtype: #rammer a tool for driving something with force
subtype: #rounder a tool for rounding corners or edges
subtype: #saw_set__sawset a tool used to bend each alternate sawtooth at a slight angle outward
subtype: #shaping_tool__shapingtool a tool for shaping metal
subtype: #die a device used for shaping metal
subtype: #stamp.die a block or die used to imprint a mark or design
subtype: #stylus.tool__style a pointed tool for writing or drawing or engraving; "he drew the design on the stencil with a steel stylus"
subtype: #tamp__tamper a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge into a drill hole etc.)
subtype: #tap a tool for cutting female (internal) screw threads
subtype: #tuning_fork a metal implement with two prongs that gives a fixed tone when struck; used to tune musical instruments
subtype: #utensil an implement for practical use (especially in a household)
subtype: #ceramic_ware__ceramicware utensils made from ceramic material
subtype: #earthenware ceramic ware made of porous clay fired at low heat
subtype: #delft a style of glazed earthenware; usually white with blue decoration
subtype: #faience glazed earthenware decorated with opaque colors
subtype: #majolica__maiolica highly decorated earthenware with a glaze of tin oxide
subtype: #terra_cotta__terracotta a hard unglazed brownish-red earthenware
subtype: #terra_sigillata__terrasigillata__Samian_ware earthenware made from the reddish-brown clay found on the Aegean island of Lemnos
subtype: #porcelain ceramic ware made of a more or less translucent ceramic
subtype: #china high quality porcelain originally made only in China
subtype: #bone_china fine porcelain that contains bone ash
subtype: #crackle_china__cracklechina__crackle__crackleware glazed china with a network of fine cracks on the surface
subtype: #Spode (trademark) a brand of fine English porcelain
subtype: #clayware__pottery ceramic ware made from clay and baked in a kiln
subtype: #agateware pottery that is veined and mottled to resemble agate
subtype: #lusterware pottery with a metallic sheen produced by adding metallic oxides to the glaze
subtype: #Wedgwood (trademark) a type of pottery made by Josiah Wedgwood and his successors; typically has a classical decoration in white on a blue background
subtype: #stoneware ceramic ware that is fired in high heat and vitrified and nonporous
subtype: #copperware utensils made with copper
subtype: #funnel.utensil a conically shaped utensil having a narrow tube at the small end; used to channel the flow of substances into a container with a small mouth
subtype: #kitchen_utensil__kitchenutensil a utensil used in preparing food
subtype: #cheese_cutter a kitchen utensil (board or handle) with a wire for cutting cheese
subtype: #cooking_utensil__cookingutensil__cookware a kitchen utensil made of material that does not melt easily; used for cooking
subtype: #baster a tube with a rubber bulb used to take up and release melted fat or gravy in order to moisten roasting meat
subtype: #chafing_dish__chafingdish a metal pan over a heater; used to cook or to keep things warm at the table
subtype: #cooker a utensil for cooking
subtype: #Crock_Pot (trademark) an electric cooker that maintains a relatively low temperature
subtype: #popper a container for cooking popcorn
subtype: #enamelware cooking utensil of enameled iron
subtype: #cloisonne enamelware in which colored areas are separated by thin metal strips
subtype: #graniteware a kind of stone gray enamelware
subtype: #grid__gridiron a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat
subtype: #griddle cooking utensil consisting of a flat heated surface (as on top of a stove) on which food is cooked
subtype: #cooking_pan__cookingpan__pan cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel
subtype: #dripping_pan__drip_pan pan for catching drippings under roasting meat
subtype: #frying_pan__frypan__skillet a pan used for frying foods
subtype: #electric_frying_pan a frying pan heated by electricity
subtype: #spider.frying_pan a skillet made of cast iron
subtype: #omelet_pan__omelette_pan pan for cooking omelets
subtype: #patty-pan__pattypan a pan for cooking patties or pasties
subtype: #roaster a special cooking pan for roasting
subtype: #saucepan a deep pan with a handle; used for stewing or boiling
subtype: #double_boiler__double_saucepan two saucepans, one fitting inside the other
subtype: #stewing_pan__stewingpan__stewpan a saucepan used for stewing
subtype: #wok pan with a convex bottom; used for frying in Chinese cooking
subtype: #pot metal or earthenware cooking vessel that is usually round and deep; often has a handle and lid
subtype: #caldron__cauldron a very large pot that is used for boiling
subtype: #coffeepot tall pot in which coffee is brewed
subtype: #percolator a coffeepot in which boiling water ascends through a central tube and filters back down through a basket of ground coffee beans
subtype: #dixie (British) a large metal pot (12 gallon camp kettle) for cooking; used in military camps
subtype: #Dutch_oven.pot__dutchoven iron or earthenware cooking pot; used for stews
subtype: #boiler__kettle a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid
subtype: #teakettle kettle for boiling water to make tea
subtype: #marmite a large pot especially one with legs used e.g. for cooking soup
subtype: #pottle a pot that holds 2 quarts
subtype: #saucepot a cooking pot that has handles on either side and tight fitting lid; used for stewing or boiling
subtype: #stockpot a pot used for preparing soup stock
subtype: #teapot pot for brewing tea; usually has a spout and handle
subtype: #urn.pot a large pot for making coffee or tea
subtype: #coffee_urn an urn in which coffee is made and kept hot
subtype: #samovar a metal urn with a spigot at the base; used in Russia to boil water for tea
subtype: #tea_urn__teaurn an urn in which tea is brewed and from which it is served
subtype: #skimmer.cooking_utensil a cooking utensil used to skim fat from the surface of liquids
subtype: #steamer a cooking utensil that can be used to cook food by steaming it
subtype: #food_turner__turner cooking utensil having a flat flexible part and a long handle; used for turning or serving food
subtype: #fish_slice (British) a food turner with a broad slitted blade used for turning or serving fish or other food that is cooked in a frying pan
subtype: #pancake_turner__pancaketurner turner for serving or turning pancakes
subtype: #spatula.food_turner a turner with a narrow flexible blade
subtype: #grater utensil with sharp perforations for shredding foods (as vegetables or cheese)
subtype: #kitchenware hardware utensils for use in a kitchen
subtype: #masher a kitchen utensil used for mashing (e.g. potatoes)
subtype: #mincer__mincing_machine__mincingmachine a kitchen utensil that cuts or chops food (especially meat) into small pieces
subtype: #mixer a kitchen utensil that is used for mixing foods
subtype: #blender__liquidizer__liquidiser an electrically powered mixer with whirling blades that mix or chop or liquefy foods
subtype: #eggbeater__eggwhisk a mixer for beating eggs or whipping cream
subtype: #electric_mixer a food mixer powered by an electric motor
subtype: #whisk a mixer incorporating a coil of wires; used for whipping eggs or cream
subtype: #ricer a kitchen utensil used for ricing soft foods by extruding them through small holes
subtype: #rolling_pin__rollingpin utensil consisting of a cylinder (usually of wood) with a handle at each end; used to roll out dough
subtype: #seeder a kitchen utensil that removes seeds from fruit
subtype: #squeezer a kitchen utensil for squeezing juice from fruit
subtype: #juice_reamer__juicereamer__reamer__juicer a squeezer with a conical ridged center that is used for squeezing juice from citrus fruit
subtype: #tea_ball__teaball a kitchen utensil consisting of a perforated metal ball for making tea
subtype: #server utensil used in serving food or drink
subtype: #writing_implement__writingimplement an implement that is used to write
subtype: #chalk a piece of chalk (or similar substance) used for writing on blackboards or other surfaces
subtype: #drawing_chalk__drawingchalk colored chalks used by artists
subtype: #tailor's_chalk chalk used by tailors to make temporary marks on cloth
subtype: #fusain__charcoal a stick of black carbon material used for drawing
subtype: #wax_crayon__waxcrayon__crayon writing implement consisting of a colored stick of composition wax used for writing and drawing
subtype: #cyclostyle a writing implement with a small toothed wheel that cuts small holes in a stencil
subtype: #marker.writing_implement a writing implement for making a mark
subtype: #highlighter a fluorescent marker used to mark important passages in a text
subtype: #pen a writing implement with a point from which ink flows
subtype: #ballpoint_pen__ballpointpen__ballpoint__ballpen__Biro a pen that has a small metal ball as the point of transfer of ink to paper
subtype: #felt-tip_pen__felt-tipped_pen__felt_tip__Magic_Marker a pen with a writing tip made of felt (trade name Magic Marker)
subtype: #fountain_pen a pen that is supplied with ink from a reservoir in its barrel
subtype: #quill_pen__quillpen__quill pen made from a bird's feather
subtype: #pencil a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood
subtype: #lead_pencil pencil that has graphite as the marking substance
subtype: #slate_pencil__slatepencil a pencil of soft slate (or soapstone) used for writing on a slate
subtype: #sketcher an implement for sketching
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