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Make a hole in and stuff (5)

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drill

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This clue could be a double definition.

'make a hole in' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both acts as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'stuff' is the second definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe there's a link between them I don't understand?

'and' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for drill that I've seen before include "DIY tool" , "Exercise by repeated practice - bore" , "it could get boring" , "Put a hole in" , "Stout cotton cloth" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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