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bow drill

noun

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  1. A simple rotational hand-operated tool of prehistoric origin, used as a fire drill for…

    A simple rotational hand-operated tool of prehistoric origin, used as a fire drill for ignition, or for other drilling tasks such as woodwork and dentistry.

    • [I]n the year 1000 the trepanner had at his disposal the semi-mechanical bow drill that was used by carpenters and masons of the time.

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