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Meaning of fine adjustment tool | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A hammer.

humorous

Examples

“Last, but not least, of your binding adjustment tools is fondly called a “Fine Adjustment Tool,” more commonly known as a hammer. The one you probably have already is fine. It needn't be big, heavy, or in good condition […]”
“My father always told me that when your initial attempts with a fine-adjustment tool don't work, the next step is to go after a bigger hammer.”
“Use your fine adjustment tool to make the corrections. If your local hardware does not know what a fine adjustment tool is, ask for a hammer.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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