Gimlet and Lance

Gimlet

Gimlet noun - Hand tool for boring holes.
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Synonyms for Gimlet

Lance and gimlet are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Lance" instead a verb "Gimlet".

Lance

Lance verb - To penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object.
Usage example: doctors used to lance infected sores, so that they could drain clean
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Synonyms for Lance

Gimlet and lance are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gimlet" instead a verb "Lance".

Nearby Words: lanced, lancet, lancer, lancing
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