Gimleted

/ˈɡɪmlɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having been pierced or bored with a gimlet; marked with holes made by a gimlet or having gimlet-like indentations.

Etymology

From 'gimlet' plus the past participle suffix '-ed,' describing something that has been worked on with a gimlet tool.

Kelly Says

A 'gimleted' surface shows the precision and intentionality of the craftsperson—unlike a random hole, a gimlet-made hole spirals in with mathematical perfection, a signature of careful workmanship.

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