Screws: meaning, definitions and examples

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screws

[ skruːz ]

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construction

Metal fasteners with a spiral ridge that are used to join pieces of wood or metal together.

Synonyms

bolts, fasteners, nails

Examples of usage

He tightened the screws to secure the shelf in place.
Make sure to use the right size screws for the job.

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mechanics

A type of simple machine that converts rotational motion into linear motion.

Synonyms

bolt, cog, gear

Examples of usage

The screw on the clamp allows for precise adjustment.
You can use a screw to lift heavy objects.

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manipulation

To twist or tighten something using a screwdriver or similar tool.

Synonyms

fasten, secure, tighten

Examples of usage

He carefully screwed the hinges into place.
She screwed the lightbulb into the socket.

Translations

Translations of the word "screws" in other languages:

🇵🇹 parafusos

🇮🇳 पेंच

🇩🇪 Schrauben

🇮🇩 sekrup

🇺🇦 гвинти

🇵🇱 śruby

🇯🇵 ネジ

🇫🇷 vis

🇪🇸 tornillos

🇹🇷 vidalar

🇰🇷 나사

🇸🇦 مسامير

🇨🇿 šrouby

🇸🇰 skrutky

🇨🇳 螺丝

🇸🇮 vijaki

🇮🇸 skrúfur

🇰🇿 бұрандалар

🇬🇪 ხრახნები

🇦🇿 vintlər

🇲🇽 tornillos

Word origin

The word 'screw' originated from Old French 'escroue', meaning nut or screw, which came from Latin 'scrofa', meaning sow. The term 'screw' was first used in the 15th century to refer to spiral devices used for pressing objects together. Over time, screws have become essential fasteners in various industries, offering a secure and reliable way to join materials.