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Meaning of awl

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

awl

Pronunciation:/ɑl//ɔːl//ɔl/

noun

Definitions

  1. 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.

  2. Any of various hesperiid butterflies.