Gimleting is a verb that refers to making a small hole or piercing a material with a sharp instrument, such as a gimlet. There are several synonyms for this action, including drilling, piercing, puncturing, perforating, and pricking. The word "drilling" is commonly used in situations when a larger hole is required, typically made using a drill or drill bit. "Piercing" and "puncturing" refer to the act of making a hole through a surface with a sharp or pointed instrument. "Perforating" is similar to piercing but typically involves making multiple holes in a material. Finally, "pricking" is a verb that is often used to describe the act of piercing something with a sharp object, particularly a needle.