Commentary: DRILL[+artifact][+tool][+with_tip][+rotating][+hole_maker]
Examples:
John made holes for the screws with a hand-held drill.
The dentist used a high-speed drill to remove the cavity.
We saw big oil drills in the distance.
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1
Commentary: DRILL[+process][+training][+systematic][+rote]
Examples:
These drills have improved the students' spelling skills.
The company will have a fire drill today at 11 a.m.
By now you should all know the drill around here for filing out expense reports. (extension to a ritual or routine)
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 3
Commentary: DRILL[+process][+training][+exercise][+ceremonial][+military]
Examples:
The soldiers are practicing their parade drill for the $th of July.
The recruits are learning the present arms drill today.
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 4
Commentary: DRILL[+animal][+mammal][+baboon][+small]
Examples:
Drills are noted for their bright blue behinds.
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2
Commentary: DRILL[+animal][+mollusk][+predatory]
Examples:
The hole in this shell was likely made by a drill.
Drills eat their prey by attaching to them and boring a hole through the shell to reach the soft flesh.
Mappings:
WordNet 0.0 Sense Numbers: 3
Commentary: DRILL[+form][+ridge][+furrowed]
Examples:
The field was cultivated in drills of lettuce plants.
Mappings:
WordNet 0.0 Sense Numbers: 2