countersink bit

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Noun countersink bit has 1 sense

counterbore, countersink, countersink bit - a bit for enlarging the upper part of a hole
--₁ is a kind of bit

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Countersink Bit

A countersink bit is a type of cutting tool that is used to create a conical-shaped hole, called a countersink, in a material. It is commonly used to allow the head of a screw or bolt to sit flush with or below the surface of the material.

Sense 1: Noun

In its noun form, a countersink bit refers to the actual cutting tool itself.

Example Sentence:

Using a countersink bit, I created a smooth recess for the screw head in the wooden tabletop.

Sense 2: Verb

As a verb, countersink bit describes the action of using the tool to create a countersink hole.

Example Sentence:

I countersink bit the holes to ensure the screws sit flush with the metal surface.