centerpunch

centerpunch
1. noun
a) A hand tool used to prepare a workpiece prior to drilling a hole. It typically compresses and then suddenly releases a spring, creating a small indentation that, in turn, guides and centers the drill.
b) The indentation left by such a tool.
2. verb
a) To prepare a workpiece for drilling by using a centerpunch to create an indentation.
b) To place something directly in the middle.

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  • centerpunch — /sen teuhr punch /, v.t. to mark with a center punch. [v. use of CENTER PUNCH] * * * …   Universalium

  • centerpunch — /sen teuhr punch /, v.t. to mark with a center punch. [v. use of CENTER PUNCH] …   Useful english dictionary

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