tools of the trade

A form of tools of trade — The items and equipment that a person uses in the course and scope of their profession, trade, or occupation.

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Meanings

nountools of the trade pl (normally plural, singular tool of the trade)

singular tool of the trade

  1. alternativepluralplural normallyAlternative form of tools of trade.
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