Meanings
noundrillhole (plural drillholes)
plural drillholes
- A hole made by a drill
The carved surface and breakfaces on the sides of this relief exhibit a uniform appearance in ultraviolet light despite damage to the surface, including scratches, abrasion, and a modern drillhole from a previous mount.
1999, Lawrence M. Berman, Kenneth J. Bohač, The Cleveland Museum of Art Catalogue of Egyptian Art, page 551
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