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screw

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Definitions

n.

A metal fastener with a helical thread; a propeller blade that rotates to push against water or air

螺钉，螺丝；螺旋桨

v.

To fasten with a screw; to twist or turn; to cheat or take advantage of someone

用螺丝固定；拧紧；欺骗，坑害

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
screwother
=screw

Common Collocations

  • 1.tighten a screw拧紧螺丝
  • 2.loose screw松动的螺丝
  • 3.wood screw木螺丝
  • 4.screw thread螺纹

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    He tightened the loose screw on the cabinet door with a screwdriver.

  • 2.

    The ship's screw churned the water as it pulled away from the dock.

  • 3.

    Make sure every screw is fastened securely before assembling the furniture.

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