a tool powered by an electric motor or a gasoline engine
Word origin
[1955–60]This word is first recorded in the period 1955–60. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: backgrounder, cassette, geodesic dome, opioid, software
Examples of 'power tool' in a sentence
power tool
He told me of a cabinet minister who, given a power tool to wield, found himself drilling into his own hand.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
I do hope power tool manufacturers realise that there is a market out there.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Power tool sales increased the most - up 126 per cent to 4.2billion.
The Sun (2006)
For me, the telephone is the most powerful power tool there is.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Do not be tempted to sand it, either by hand or power tool.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Everyone needs at least one power tool.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
And will no doubt sign a power tool or two.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
It's about empowerment and learning that a power tool won't chop your hand off - you just need to handle it properly.