Forstner bit en · NOUN
Etymology
From Forstner (proper noun) + bit (noun). Named after American inventor, gunsmith and merchant Benjamin Forstner (1834–1897). First attested after 1886.
Meanings
- A kind of drill bit that bores precise flat-bottomed holes in wood, in any orientation with respect to the grain.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forstner bits | Number=Plur | lexicographic |