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countersink vs counterbore

counterbore vs countersink

countersink and counterbore both are nouns.

countersink is a verb but counterbore is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
countersink Yes No Yes No
counterbore Yes No No No
As nouns, countersink and counterbore are synonyms defined as:
  • countersink and counterbore: a bit for enlarging the upper part of a hole
Other synonyms of countersink include countersink bit.
countersink (noun) counterbore (noun)
a bit for enlarging the upper part of a hole a bit for enlarging the upper part of a hole
a hole (usually in wood) with the top part enlarged so that a screw or bolt will fit into it and lie below the surface
countersink (verb) counterbore (verb)
insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink)
Difference between countersink and counterbore

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