center punch

/ˌsɛntər pəntʃ/
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Other forms: centering punch; center punches

Definitions of center punch
  1. verb
    make a small hole in something as a guide for a drill
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    type of:
    pierce, thrust
    penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument
  2. noun
    a tool with a conical point that is used to make indentations in metal (especially to mark points for drilling)
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    type of:
    punch, puncher
    a tool for making holes or indentations
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