Gimlet and Harpoon

Gimlet

Gimlet noun - Hand tool for boring holes.
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Harpoon and gimlet are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Harpoon" instead a verb "Gimlet".

Harpoon

Harpoon verb - To penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object.
Usage example: she deftly harpooned a shrimp with her skewer and held it over the fire
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Gimlet and harpoon are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gimlet" instead a verb "Harpoon".

Nearby Words: harpooned, harpooning
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