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Screw

/skruː/
A metal fastener with a helical ridge that rotates for insertion, typically used to hold materials together or in place.

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Examples:

Tom held the part in place while Al tightened the screws.

But this was only because he was screwing in a monocle.

The carpenter searched his toolbox for the right screw head.

Etymology:

etymology
Originated from Middle French escroue and Middle Dutch schroef, which both mean a connection or fastener, from the early 15th century.

Usage Statistics:

26 mentions per 1 million words Frequency
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