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Gimlet (Noun)

Hand tool for boring holes.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The carpenter used a gimlet to make a small hole in the wooden beam for the screw.
She rummaged through her toolbox to find the gimlet she needed to fix the loose joint.
A gimlet is a handy tool for making pilot holes in wood without splitting it.
He struggled to find the right size gimlet for the delicate work he was doing on the antique furniture.
The DIY enthusiast's guide recommended using a gimlet to pre-drill holes for the screws in the bookshelf assembly.

A cocktail made of gin or vodka and lime juice.

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

She ordered a classic gimlet at the bar, made with fresh lime juice and a generous pour of gin.
The vodka gimlet was a refreshing twist on the original, but still packed a punch.
The bartender carefully crafted a gimlet with homemade lime syrup and garnished it with a sprig of mint.
On a hot summer evening, nothing beats sipping on a chilled gimlet by the pool.
The recipe for a classic gimlet called for equal parts gin and lime juice, topped with a splash of soda water.