tool

Definition for tool

noun as in instrument used to shape, form, finish

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apparatus, appliance, device, engine, gadget, gizmo, machine, means, mechanism, utensil, weapon

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contraption, contrivance, implement, whatchamacallit

noun as in person who can be manipulated by another

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accessory, accomplice, agent, auxiliary, chump, creature, dupe, figurehead, flunky, go-between, greenhorn, hireling, idiot, intermediary, jackal, lackey, mark, messenger, minion, patsy, pawn, peon, puppet, stooge, sucker

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easy mark, stool pigeon

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San José Mayor Matt Mahan criticized the use of vandalism as a tool of political activism.

From Los Angeles Times

In the film, the trap was triggered by a pedal and was one of the tools used by the paranormal investigators to capture various spirits haunting New York.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, she experiences a lot of self-doubt about whether she is using the right tool or asking the right questions, she said.

From Salon

Many also make tools and other household implements available to library cardholders.

From Salon

"Additionally, the Axe's design can also train pilots with the skills and controls necessary to land an aircraft without power, which is a necessary tool."

From BBC

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A tool is a contrivance held in and worked by the hand, for assisting the work of (especially) mechanics or skilled laborers: a carpenter’s tools. An instrument is anything used in doing a certain type of work or producing a certain result, especially such as requires delicacy, accuracy, or precision: surgical or musical instruments. An implement is any tool or contrivance designed or used for a particular purpose: agricultural implements. A utensil is especially an article for domestic use: kitchen utensils.

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