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Definition of multitool

multitool

/ˈmʌl.tiˌtuːl/
mul · ti · tool
Plural:multitools
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multitool Lexical Profile

multitool Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A versatile oscillating power tool that can be fitted with various interchangeable attachments for sawing, sanding, scraping, or grinding.

Example

"The carpenter used an oscillating multitool to make a precise flush cut at the base of the door frame."

2

A portable hand tool that combines several individual functions or implements, such as pliers, a knife blade, and screwdrivers, in a single compact unit.

Example

"She used the pliers on her pocket multitool to tighten the loose bolt on her bicycle."

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• Nearby Words

multitasking
multitier
multitiered
multitool
multitouch
multitower
multitracking

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Multitool. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/multitool
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