Meaning of the word "drill press" in English

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drill press

US /ˈdrɪl pres/
UK /ˈdrɪl pres/
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Noun

1.

a machine tool for drilling holes, consisting of a power-driven spindle that rotates a cutting tool (as a drill bit) and that can be fed into the workpiece, typically having a table that supports the workpiece and can be adjusted for height

Example:
He used the drill press to make precise holes in the metal plate.
Safety goggles should always be worn when operating a drill press.
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