Lingo

Striking Tools and Nails

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hammer
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ha
mmer
Noun

a tool with a metal head and a handle, used for striking nails, etc.

He used a hammer to drive nails into the wooden frame.

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claw hammer
Noun

a versatile hand tool with a flat striking surface on one side used for driving nails into various materials, and a curved, V-shaped claw on the other side used for removing nails or prying objects apart

He grabbed the claw hammer to drive the nails into the wooden frame.

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ball peen hammer
Noun

a type of hammer with a rounded striking surface opposite the flat striking surface, commonly used for shaping metal, setting rivets, or striking punches in metalworking applications

The mechanic used a ball peen hammer to shape the metal parts of the car frame.

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mallet
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ma
llet
Noun

a hammer-like tool with a large wooden or rubber head used for striking or directing objects

The carpenter used a wooden mallet to gently tap the chisel into the wood.

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sledgehammer
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sledge
ha
mmer
Noun

a large tool consisted of a long handle with a heavy metal block at its end, used with both hands to break a stone, etc.

He used a sledgehammer to break apart the old concrete patio.

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rubber mallet
Noun

a hammer-like tool with a rubber or soft plastic head, used for tasks that require a gentle but firm striking force, such as assembling furniture, tapping delicate surfaces, or working with materials that should not be damaged by a metal hammer

He used a rubber mallet to gently tap the wooden pieces into place without leaving any dents.

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dead blow hammer
Noun

a hammer with a hollow head filled with material, designed to reduce rebound and deliver non-damaging strikes

The mechanic used a dead blow hammer to tap the parts into place without damaging the surface.

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framing hammer
Noun

a heavy-duty hammer with a long handle, a large striking face, and a curved claw on the back, specifically designed for tasks related to framing and carpentry, such as driving large nails, framing structures, and removing nails

The carpenter grabbed the framing hammer to drive the large nails into the wooden beams.

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cross peen hammer
Noun

a type of hammer with a wedge-shaped peen (the end opposite the striking face), oriented perpendicular to the handle, commonly used for tasks such as shaping metal, forging, or starting and setting nails

The blacksmith used a cross peen hammer to shape the hot metal into a horseshoe.

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tack hammer
Noun

a small hammer with a magnetized face for holding and driving small nails (tacks), commonly used in upholstery work or tasks that involve precise nail placement

She used a tack hammer to carefully attach the fabric to the wooden frame.

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brick hammer
Noun

a specialized hammer with a chisel-like striking face on one side and a blunt, square face on the other side, specifically designed for tasks involving working with bricks

He used the brick hammer to carefully split the brick into smaller pieces for the wall.

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welding hammer
Noun

a tool used in welding to remove slag and spatter from welded joints and clean the surface, featuring a pointed end and a chisel or flat end for chipping and cleaning purposes

The welder used a welding hammer to remove the slag from the metal joints.

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nail
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nail
Verb

to attach something securely by using small pointed metal pieces

The carpenter will nail the wooden boards together to construct the frame of the house.

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framing nail
Noun

a strong and large nail with a flat, broad head, commonly used in framing and construction projects

The carpenter used a framing nail to secure the wooden beams in place.

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finish nail
Noun

a small nail with a discreet head, commonly used for finishing and trim work in woodworking projects

The carpenter used a finish nail to attach the trim around the door without leaving noticeable holes.

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brad nail
Noun

a thin, small-gauge nail designed for delicate woodworking tasks such as attaching trim, moldings, or other lightweight materials

The carpenter used a brad nail to attach the decorative trim to the cabinet.

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roofing nail
Noun

a large nail with a wide, flat head and a rubber or neoprene washer, used for securing roofing materials to the roof surface

Make sure to use rust-resistant roofing nails for outdoor projects.

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concrete nail
Noun

a type of nail specifically designed for fastening materials to concrete or masonry surfaces

The carpenter used a concrete nail to attach the wooden frame securely to the brick wall.

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masonry nail
Noun

a hardened steel nail designed for fastening materials to masonry surfaces like concrete or brick

The carpenter used a masonry nail to attach the wooden beam to the brick wall.

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ring shank nail
Noun

a nail with a textured, ring-like pattern along the shank, offering increased holding power and resistance to withdrawal

The carpenter used a ring shank nail to secure the deck boards, ensuring they would stay in place for years.

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duplex nail
Noun

a nail with two heads, designed for temporary or removable fastening purposes

The contractor used duplex nails to secure the temporary scaffolding until the permanent structure was in place.

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clout nail
Noun

a large-headed nail used for securing roofing materials to wood surfaces

The roofer used clout nails to secure the roofing felt to the wooden beams.

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panel nail
Noun

a type of nail specifically designed for securing panels, such as plywood or particle board, to wooden frames or studs

The carpenter used panel nails to attach the plywood to the frame of the cabinet.

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upholstery nail
Noun

a small nail with a decorative head used for attaching upholstery fabric to furniture frames

She carefully hammered in the upholstery nails to secure the fabric to the wooden frame.

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cut nail
Noun

a type of nail made by cutting or shaping a solid piece of steel, often used in carpentry and woodworking

The carpenter used a cut nail to secure the hardwood flooring in place.

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tack
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tack
Verb

to attach by using small pointed nails

The artist will tack the canvas onto the wooden frame before starting the painting.

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screw-shank nail
Noun

a nail with helical threads along the shank, offering increased holding power and stability when driven into materials

The carpenter used screw-shank nails to secure the wooden planks to the floor, ensuring they stayed in place.

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drift punch
Noun

a sturdy metal tool with a pointed end used to drive or remove pins, bolts, or other fasteners

The mechanic used a drift punch to align the holes before inserting the pin.

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siding nail
Noun

a type of nail specifically designed for attaching siding materials, such as vinyl, wood, or fiber cement, to exterior walls or other surfaces

The contractor used siding nails to attach the wooden panels to the house's exterior.

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corrugated nail
Noun

a specialized nail with ridges along its shank, used for joining wood pieces together

The carpenter used corrugated nails to secure the plywood sheets to the frame of the shed.

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escutcheon pin
Noun

a small, slender pin used for attaching lightweight materials to surfaces

The locksmith carefully used an escutcheon pin to secure the decorative plate on the door lock.

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carpet nail
Noun

a specialized nail designed for securing carpets or rugs to floors

The installer used carpet nails to keep the edges of the rug securely in place.

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flooring nail
Noun

a type of nail specifically designed for fastening flooring materials, such as hardwood, engineered wood, or laminate, to subflooring or underlayment

The contractor used flooring nails to secure the hardwood planks to the subfloor.

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punch
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punch
Verb

to beat someone or something with a closed fist quickly and forcefully

In a fit of anger, he decided to punch the wall, leaving a hole.

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center punch
Noun

a striking tool used to create small, controlled indentations or marks on a workpiece to serve as reference points for drilling or other operations

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pin punch
Noun

a striking tool used to forcefully remove pins, rivets, or similar fasteners from a workpiece by striking it with a hammer or mallet

He used a pin punch to carefully remove the old dowel pin from the machinery.

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prick punch
Noun

a precision hand tool with a sharp, pointed tip that is used to create small, accurate indentations or pilot marks on a workpiece

The mechanic used a prick punch to mark the exact spot for drilling the hole.

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