Synonyms for

Auger

Verb / ˈɔ:gɜ: / Another word for auger — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An auger is a tool used for drilling holes in wood or soil.

Synonyms & similar words

plumberssnake wimble screwauger gimlet drill bit bore corkscrew gimlet

Example sentences

  1. I need an auger to make a hole for my birdhouse.
  2. We used an earth auger to plant the tree.
  3. The carpenter used a wood auger to make a hole in the cabinet.
  4. The farmer used a posthole auger to install the fence.
  5. The twist bit auger is great for drilling through wood.

Quotes

  • I have a terrible toothache; I need a dentist's auger. - John Heywood
  • As the auger bores deeper into the wood, so, too, must my pen delve into my soul. - Christopher Paolini
  • The auger of the present has penetrated to the secret of yesterday. - William James

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