centerpunch

  1. Noun.  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.
  2. Noun.  The indentation left by such a tool.
  3. Verb.  To prepare a workpiece for drilling by using a centerpunch to create an indentation.
  4. Verb.  To place something directly in the middle.

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