masonry bit

noun

UK /ˈmeɪsənri bɪt/

US /ˈmeɪsənri bɪt/

A strong drill bit made for making holes in brick, stone, or concrete.

Dad used a masonry bit to hang the shelf on the brick wall.

SYNONYMS

masonry drill bit concrete drill bit stone drill bit hammer drill bit

RELATED WORDS

drill brick concrete masonry hammer drill

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A drill bit with a carbide tip designed to withstand impact drilling.

The carbide-tipped masonry bit cut through the block easily.

3. A tool attachment used with a hammer drill for construction work.

He switched to a masonry bit before drilling into the foundation.

4. A bit used by builders and masons for anchoring into hard materials.

The mason grabbed a masonry bit to set the anchor bolts.