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Synonyms & Similar Words
instrument
device
gadget
appliance
utensil
implement
equipment
machine
apparatus
contraption
mechanism
gear
contrivance
rig
setup
kit
hardware
software
implement
accessory
attachment
add-on
fixture
fitting
apparatus
machinery
plant
engine
motor
Meaning of Tool
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, a tool is "a device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function".
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines a tool as "a device that is used to perform an operation or to achieve a specific result".
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines a tool as "a device or machine that is used for a particular purpose, especially one that is held in the hand".
Example Uses
- The carpenter used a variety of tools to build the house, including a hammer, saw, and drill.
- The software company developed a new tool to help customers manage their data more efficiently.
- The doctor used a specialized tool to examine the patient's eyes.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
obstacle
hindrance
impediment
barrier
blockage
obstruction
hindrance
deterrent
disadvantage
limitation
restriction
constraint
handicap
nuisance
inconvenience
bother
disturbance
disruption
interruption