screw
Meaning
A screw is a cylindrical fastener characterized by a helical ridge, known as a thread, which enables it to be driven into materials to hold objects together or to secure them in place, often requiring a corresponding nut or pre-drilled hole for effective
💡 In technical contexts, the term "screw" may be misused to refer to any type of fastener; however, it specifically denotes a device with a helical thread designed for rotational fastening.
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