slipstone
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slipstone — A small abrasive stone used to sharpen the inside curve or angle of a gouge or V tool … Glossary of Art Terms
slipstone — /ˈslɪpstoʊn/ (say slipstohn) adjective 1. (of fruit) having a stone from which the pulp comes away easily. –noun 2. such a fruit. Compare clingstone …
freestone — /ˈfristoʊn/ (say freestohn) noun 1. any stone, as sandstone, which can be freely worked or quarried, especially one which cuts well in all directions without splitting. 2. Also, slipstone. a freestone fruit, especially a peach or plum. –adjective …
Drill bit — For the fictional character, see Drill Bit (Transformers). For the cancelled skyscraper nicknamed Drill bit, see Chicago Spire. For the types used in drilling wells, see Well drilling. From top to bottom: Spade, lip and spur (brad point), masonry … Wikipedia
instrumentality — I (New American Roget s College Thesaurus) Means to an end Nouns 1. instrumentality; instrument, aid; subservience, subserviency; vehicle, hand, expedient (see plan); means, agency. 2. (means) stepping stone; [master or skeleton] key, latchkey,… … English dictionary for students
clingstone — /ˈklɪŋstoʊn/ (say klingstohn) adjective 1. (of fruit) having a stone to which the pulp adheres closely, as certain peaches. –noun 2. a peach with such a stone. Compare slipstone …
