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center punch

 

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Verb center punch has 1 sense
  1. center punch - make a small hole in something as a guide for a drill
    --1 is one way to
    pierce, thrust
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Center Punch

Description:

A center punch is a tool used in metalworking to mark a starting point for drilling or other machining operations. It is a pointed tool with a hardened tip designed to create a small indentation or "punch" on the workpiece.

Senses:

  1. Noun: A metalworking tool used to mark a starting point on a workpiece.
  2. Verb: To use a center punch to create a mark or indentation on a workpiece.

Sample Sentences:

  1. When drilling metal, it is important to use a center punch to create an accurate starting point.
  2. He carefully centered the punch on the piece of steel and struck it with a hammer.
  3. The mechanic center punched the plate before drilling the hole to ensure precise alignment.

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