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Uncommonscrews
The correct spelling is screws.
How to pronounce screws
noun
Say it like: Scr-ews
The correct spelling is screws. A device that has a helical function. For example: "the skeleton screw (Caprella); the sand screw"
Usage Examples
“the skeleton screw (Caprella); the sand screw”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A device that has a helical function.
- 2.The motion of screwing something; a turn or twist to one side.
- 3.A prison guard.
- 4.An extortioner; a sharp bargainer; a skinflint.
- 5.An instructor who examines with great or unnecessary severity; also, a searching or strict examination of a student by an instructor.
verb
- 1.To connect or assemble pieces using a screw.
- 2.To have sexual intercourse with.
- 3.To cheat someone or ruin their chances in a game or other situation.
- 4.To practice extortion upon; to oppress by unreasonable or extortionate exactions; to put the screws on.
- 5.To contort.
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