Bodkin

usgb/ˈbɑːdkɪn/
noun

A small, sharp and thin tool used for piercing holes in cloth or leather.

The tailor used a bodkin to make holes in the belt.
Visual representation of "bodkin" - A small, sharp and thin tool used for piercing holes in cloth or leather.
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Crafting Use

Primarily used in contexts related to sewing or leatherwork, indicating a hands-on activity.

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I meticulously worked the leather with the bodkin.
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Tool Specificity

A bodkin is not just any tool, but one specifically for making fine holes.

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Ensure you're using a bodkin rather than a larger tool to avoid oversized holes.
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