Drilling Holes Sounds Tedious

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Treasure Island, Group 1032, Puzzle 3 (Thwarted Mutiny).

Question is: Drilling Holes Sounds Tedious

and the answer is: BORING

Word Meaning:

BORING — The act or process of boring holes; such practice as an area of expertise in manufacturing.

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