drill (
http://definr.com/drill)
n 1: a rotating power drill powered by an electric motor [syn: {electric
drill}]
2: a tool with a sharp point and cutting edges for making holes
in hard materials (usually rotating rapidly or by repeated
blows)
3: similar to the mandrill but smaller and less brightly
colored [syn:
Mandrillus leucophaeus]
4: training in marching and the use of weapons [syn: {military
drill}]
5: systematic training by multiple repetitions; "practice makes
perfect" [syn:
exercise,
practice,
practice session]
v 1: drill a hole into [syn:
bore]
2: train in the military, e.g., in the use of weapons
3: learn by repetition [syn:
exercise,
practice,
practise]
4: teach by repetition
5: undergo military training or do military exercises