development tool
nounUK /dɪˈvɛləpmənt tuːl/
US /dɪˈvɛləpmənt tuːl/
A development tool is a thing that helps people build or make something better.
The teacher used a development tool to help the students learn faster.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A program that helps people write and test computer code.
She opened her development tool to fix the bug in the game.
3. A special device used to make a product grow or improve.
The factory bought a new development tool to improve its toys.
4. Something used to help a skill or idea get stronger over time.
Reading every day is a great development tool for your mind.