drill chuck

noun

1. a chuck for holding a drill bit.

Word History and Origins

Origin of drill chuck¹

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

However, if much drilling is done, then round shank twist drills to fit the drill chuck will work better.

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This holder is simply a drill chuck fitted with a special shank.

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A very convenient form of drill chuck for small drills is shown in Fig. 1072.

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The slow speed is obtained by shifting the clutch so that the top bevel pinion drives the drill chuck.

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As this meshes with a gear but slightly larger in diameter, a slow speed of the drill chuck is possible.

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