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Meaning of screw
The primary meaning of the word "screw" is a device with a threaded cylindrical body used for fastening or joining materials.
Etymology of screw
The word "screw" comes from the Old French word "escroue", which is derived from the Latin word "scrobis", meaning "groove" or "furrow".
The Latin word "scrobis" is also related to the word "scrabere", which means "to scratch" or "to scrape".
The word "screw" has been used in English since the 14th century, initially referring to a device with a threaded cylindrical body used for pressing or crushing.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A device with a threaded cylindrical body used for fastening or joining materials by being turned, typically with a screwdriver or other tool.
- A cylindrical body with a helical ridge or thread, used for converting rotary motion into linear motion.
- To fasten or join something using a screw or screws.
- To twist or turn something, especially in a rotating motion.
Usage Examples
- The carpenter used a screw to attach the shelf to the wall.
- The mechanic tightened the screw to secure the loose part.
- The bottle cap is screwed on tightly to prevent leakage.
- The company is trying to screw down costs by reducing expenses.
Antonyms
loosen
untighten
detach
disconnect
separate
release
free
unfasten
unfix
unbind
untie
unlink
unclamp
unhook
unlatch
unlock
unscrew
unwind
uncoil
uncurl
unbend
uncurve