Bodkins are small pointed tools used for various sewing and handicrafts. The term "bodkin" has synonyms that include "awl," "needle," and "stiletto." An awl is a pointed instrument used for piercing holes or making eyelets in materials such as leather or canvas. A needle, on the other hand, is a slender tool with a pointed end used for sewing and stitching. A stiletto is a long, thin blade or needle-like tool that is primarily used for piercing or cutting items such as fabric. Although these synonyms have slightly different uses and functions, they are all designed to help facilitate different stages of the sewing and handicraft process.