power tool

American

noun

a tool powered by an electric motor or a gasoline engine.

power tool British

noun

a tool powered by electricity

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Etymology

Origin of power tool

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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To become autonomous, humanoid robots need AI that translates what is seen and heard into actions, which is beyond the scope of today's large language models that power tools like ChatGPT.

From Barron's

They now power everyday products as diverse as cellphones, AirPods, power tools and toys.

From Los Angeles Times

Vendors there were hawking shoes, used power tools and watches under tattered blue tarps.

From The Wall Street Journal

The list includes grills, power tools and large barn fans.

From The Wall Street Journal

People started lining up outside appliance outlets and department stores, risking life and limb to get their sweaty hands on one of the limited-quantity, only-while-supplies-last TVs, power tools, personal computers or designer camisoles.

From The Wall Street Journal

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