driller
|drill-er|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈdrɪlər/
🇬🇧
/ˈdrɪlə/
(drill)
boring or training
Etymology
Etymology Information
'driller' originates from the word 'drill', which comes from Middle Dutch 'drillen', meaning 'to bore or pierce'.
Historical Evolution
'drillen' transformed into the English word 'drill', and eventually became 'driller' to denote a person or machine that performs drilling.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bore or pierce', but over time it evolved to include the person or machine performing the action.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or machine that drills holes, especially for oil or water.
The driller operated the machine with precision.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a person who trains others in military exercises.
The driller instructed the recruits on marching techniques.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/20 14:47