verb
- to drill a hole in advance, typically before inserting a screw or fastener
Usage: common in carpentry and construction
Examples
- Always predrill the wood before driving in the screw to prevent splitting.
- The carpenter predrilled holes along the frame for the fasteners.
- You should predrill when working with hardwood to make installation easier.
- She predrilled the pilot holes before assembling the furniture.
- Predrilling reduces the risk of cracking delicate materials.