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1. screw_propeller
noun. a propeller with several angled blades that rotates to push against water or air.
3. propeller
noun. ['prəˈpɛlɝ'] a mechanical device that rotates to push against air or water.
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Etymology
- propeller (English)
- -er (English)
- -er (Middle English (1100-1500))
- propel (English)
4. screw
verb. ['ˈskruː'] tighten or fasten by means of screwing motions.
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Etymology
- screw (English)
- screw (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. screw
noun. ['ˈskruː'] a propeller with several angled blades that rotates to push against water or air.
Antonyms
Etymology
- screw (English)
- screw (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. screw
verb. ['ˈskruː'] cause to penetrate, as with a circular motion.
Etymology
- screw (English)
- screw (Middle English (1100-1500))
7. screw
noun. ['ˈskruː'] a fastener with a tapered threaded shank and a slotted head.
Synonyms
Etymology
- screw (English)
- screw (Middle English (1100-1500))
8. screw
noun. ['ˈskruː'] a simple machine of the inclined-plane type consisting of a spirally threaded cylindrical rod that engages with a similarly threaded hole.
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Etymology
- screw (English)
- screw (Middle English (1100-1500))
9. screw
noun. ['ˈskruː'] someone who guards prisoners.
Synonyms
Etymology
- screw (English)
- screw (Middle English (1100-1500))
10. screw
noun. ['ˈskruː'] slang for sexual intercourse.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- screw (English)
- screw (Middle English (1100-1500))