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1gimlet
noun gim·let \ˈgim-lət\
Definition of GIMLET
: a small tool with a screw point, grooved shank, and cross handle for boring holes
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Origin of GIMLET
Middle English, from Anglo-French guimbelet, from Middle French (Picard), modification of Middle Dutch wimmelkijn, from wimmel wimble
First Known Use: 14th century
2gimlet
adjective
Definition of GIMLET
: having a piercing or penetrating quality
First Known Use of GIMLET
1752
3gimlet
verb
Definition of GIMLET
transitive verb
: to pierce as if with a gimlet
First Known Use of GIMLET
1840
4gimlet
noun
Definition of GIMLET
: a drink consisting of sweetened lime juice and gin or vodka and sometimes carbonated or plain water
Origin of GIMLET
probably from 1gimlet
First Known Use: 1928
GIMLET[4] Defined for Kids
gimlet
noun gim·let \ˈgim-lət\
Definition of GIMLET for Kids
: a small pointed tool for making holes
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