Word: awls
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: awls
Definition: Plural of awl; a pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes
Morphemes:
Affix: awl
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A pointed instrument for piercing small holes, as in leather or wood; used by shoemakers, saddlers, cabinetmakers, etc. The blade is differently shaped and pointed for different uses, as in the brad awl, saddler's awl, shoemaker's awl, etc.
Affix: -s
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form many pluralia tantum (nouns that are almost or entirely without singular forms).