traverse drill
The term "traverse drill" can refer to different activities in machinery, military training, and rock climbing, all involving lateral movement.
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Definition
C1Machinery
(technical)A machine tool designed to drill slots with a lateral back-and-forth motion.
Example
- The traverse drill allows for precise slot drilling without repositioning the workpiece.
B2Military Training
(military)An exercise where soldiers practice lateral movement while maintaining formation.
Example
- The soldiers performed a traverse drill to improve their lateral movement skills.
B2Rock Climbing
(sports)Practicing horizontal movement along a rock face or climbing wall to enhance balance and technique.
Example
- Climbers often do a traverse drill to work on their balance and coordination.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "traverse drill":
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