hand tool
1 Americannoun
verb (used with object)
Example Sentences
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He added the operatives would work at a height above the danger and use hand tools to demolish the building.
From BBC
The captain suggested possibly bringing hand tools or a backpack filled with water up the hill to extinguish any hot spots.
From Los Angeles Times
He retrieved a backpack with water from his engine, sprayed into the ground with a couple gallons of water and dug up the dirt with his hand tool until he was satisfied it was cool.
From Los Angeles Times
Then, firefighters with hand tools and infrared technology checked the area for heat.
From Los Angeles Times
People at Accrington's indoor car boot sale sell everything from records to second hand tools.
From BBC
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