"work-tool" meaning in All languages combined

See work-tool on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: work-tools [plural]
Etymology: From work + tool. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|work|tool}} work + tool Head templates: {{en-noun}} work-tool (plural work-tools)
  1. An implement used in performing or completing a specific job or task Categories (topical): Tools Synonyms: worktool

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