drill press

noun

1. a drilling machine having a single vertical spindle.

drill press

noun

1. a machine tool for boring holes, having a stand and work table with facilities for lowering the tool to the workpiece

Word History and Origins

Origin of drill press¹

An Americanism dating back to 1860–65

Example Sentences

Leggett cut a small metal frame for a book project she’s working on, and another shop let her use its drill press to punch 500 holes in it.

From Seattle Times

In small groups of nine, students will learn to use a table saw, bandsaw, jointer, planer and drill press and will make a hardwood cutting board in the process.

From Los Angeles Times

Although it’s possible to do this with a handheld drill, using a drill press or other drilling guide will keep you from relying on your hands to keep the drill straight.

From Washington Post

One photo showed a sanding belt, a hydraulic drill press and other tools used in assembling the guns, and five finished ghost guns.

From New York Times

Nevertheless, Brasfield acquired several machines used in home manufacturing of firearms: a 3-D printer, drill press and computer numerical control machine — also known as a “ghost gunner” — and he started making guns.

From Washington Post