center punch

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To create a small hole or indentation in a workpiece as a guide in preparation for drilling.
noun
  1. A tool used to create a small indentation in preparation for drilling a hole.
  2. The small indentation created by such a tool.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

center punch center punches center punching center punched centre punch
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