■ noun
1》 a device or implement, typically hand-held, used to carry out a particular function.
2》 a thing used to help perform a job.
↘a person exploited by another.
3》 a distinct design in the ~ing of a book.
↘a small stamp or roller used to make such a design.
4》 vulgar slang a man's penis.
■ verb
1》 impress a design on (a leather book cover) with a heated ~.
2》 equip or be equipped with ~s for industrial production.
3》 ( ~ up or be ~ed up ) Brit. informal be or become armed.
4》 informal, chiefly N. Amer. drive or ride in a casual or leisurely manner.
5》 dress (stone) with a chisel.
Derivatives
~er noun
~ing noun
Origin
OE tōl , from a Gmc base meaning 'prepare'.