Thanks for using this online dictionary, we have been helping millions of people improve their use of the english language with its free online services. English definition of screw is as below...

Lute :: Lute (n.) A stringed instrument formerly much in use. It consists of four parts, namely, the table or front, the body, having nine or ten ribs or sides, arranged like the divisions of a melon, the neck, which has nine or ten frets or divisions, and the head, or cross, in which the screws for tuning are inserted. The strings are struck with the right hand, and with the left the stops are pressed..

Screw-cutting :: Screw-cutting (a.) Adapted for forming a screw by cutting; as, a screw-cutting lathe..

Unscrew :: Unscrew (v. t.) To draw the screws from; to loose from screws; to loosen or withdraw (anything, as a screw) by turning it..

Thread :: Thread (n.) The prominent part of the spiral of a screw or nut; the rib. See Screw, n., 1..

Screw :: Screw (v. t.) To force; to squeeze; to press, as by screws..

Helix :: Helix (n.) A nonplane curve whose tangents are all equally inclined to a given plane. The common helix is the curve formed by the thread of the ordinary screw. It is distinguished from the spiral, all the convolutions of which are in the plane..

Feeze :: Feeze (v. t.) To turn, as a screw..

Threader :: Threader (n.) A tool or machine for forming a thread on a screw or in a nut.

Cramp :: Cramp (n.) A rectangular frame, with a tightening screw, used for compressing the joints of framework, etc..

Auger :: Auger (n.) A carpenter's tool for boring holes larger than those bored by a gimlet. It has a handle placed crosswise by which it is turned with both hands. A pod auger is one with a straight channel or groove, like the half of a bean pod. A screw auger has a twisted blade, by the spiral groove of which the chips are discharge..

Die :: Die (n.) A hollow internally threaded screw-cutting tool, made in one piece or composed of several parts, for forming screw threads on bolts, etc.; one of the separate parts which make up such a tool..

Thumbscrew :: Thumbscrew (n.) An old instrument of torture for compressing the thumb by a screw; a thumbkin.

Worm :: Worm (n.) A short revolving screw, the threads of which drive, or are driven by, a worm wheel by gearing into its teeth or cogs. See Illust. of Worm gearing, below..

Corkscrew :: Corkscrew (n.) An instrument with a screw or a steel spiral for drawing corks from bottles.

Turn-buckle :: Turn-buckle (n.) A loop or sleeve with a screw thread at one end and a swivel at the other, -- used for tightening a rod, stay, etc..

Blank :: Blank (n.) A piece of metal prepared to be made into something by a further operation, as a coin, screw, nuts..

Mill :: Mill (n.) To make a raised border around the edges of, or to cut fine grooves or indentations across the edges of, as of a coin, or a screw head; also, to stamp in a coining press; to coin..

Crick :: Crick (n.) A small jackscrew.

Propeller :: Propeller (n.) A contrivance for propelling a steam vessel, usually consisting of a screw placed in the stern under water, and made to revolve by an engine; a propeller wheel..

Bolt :: Bolt (n.) A strong pin, of iron or other material, used to fasten or hold something in place, often having a head at one end and screw thread cut upon the other end..

Random Fonts

Most Popular