Sekirov Dictionary

centerpunch

noun 2
verb 2
forms 3

noun2

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.
The indentation left by such a tool.

verb2

To prepare a workpiece for drilling by using a centerpunch to create an indentation.
To place something directly in the middle.

forms

centerpunched · centerpunching · centerpunches

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