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bradawl

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈbɹædɔːl/

1

noun

Meaning 1

An awl with a blade similar to a small, straight screwdriver; used for making holes, especially in wood to take screws.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

an awl for making small holes for brads or small screws

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: pricker

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: awl

History

Etymology

From brad + awl.

Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Polish: szydło — A tool used for making holes
  • Polish: przebijak — A tool used for making holes
  • Portuguese: bradal — A tool used for making holes