Tooled

Pronunciation: /tuld/

Definitions of tooled

verb to use a tool or tools to work on or shape something

Example Sentences

A1 He tooled the leather to create a new belt.

A2 She tooled the metal to make intricate designs.

B1 The craftsman tooled the wood with precision and skill.

B2 The artist tooled the clay to form a beautiful sculpture.

C1 The engineer tooled the software to optimize its performance.

C2 The master craftsman tooled the silver with intricate patterns.

adjective equipped with tools or machinery for a specific purpose

Example Sentences

A1 The tooled leather bag was very expensive.

A2 She admired the tooled design on the belt.

B1 The craftsman tooled the metal with precision.

B2 The tooled handle on the knife provided a comfortable grip.

C1 The tooled patterns on the furniture were intricate and beautiful.

C2 The tooled leather jacket was a work of art.

Examples of tooled in a Sentence

formal The craftsman tooled the leather with precision and skill.

informal I tooled around in the garage, trying to fix my bike.

slang He's always tooled up with the latest gadgets.

figurative She tooled her way through the difficult task, showing determination and perseverance.

Grammatical Forms of tooled

• past tense: tooled
• plural: tooled
• comparative: more tooled
• superlative: most tooled
• present tense: tool
• future tense: will tool
• perfect tense: have tooled
• continuous tense: is tooling
• singular: tooled
• positive degree: tooled
• infinitive: tool
• gerund: tooling
• participle: tooled

Origin and Evolution of tooled

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'tooled' originated from the Middle English word 'tolen' which means to shape or fashion with a tool.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'tooled' has come to refer to the act of creating intricate designs or patterns on a surface using specialized tools, particularly in the context of leatherworking or metalworking.