What does SCREW mean?

Parts of Speech

Screw can function as a noun or a verb.

Definitions

• Noun: a metal fastener with a tapered shank that is threaded and used to join two things together by rotating into them.
• Verb: to fasten or tighten with a screw or screws; to cause to turn or twist.

Pronunciations

• US: /skru/
• UK: /skruː/

Origin and Usage

The word "screw" originated from the Old French word "escroue" which means "nut, cylindrical socket, scroll." It has been used in English since the 15th century. The noun form of "screw" refers to a metal fastener that is threaded and used to join two things together. The verb form of "screw" can refer to fastening or tightening with a screw or screws, or to cause to turn or twist.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for the noun form of "screw" include bolt, fastener, and nut. Some synonyms for the verb form of "screw" include tighten, fasten, and twist.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words include:

• Cruse
• Cures
• Curse
• Crust
• Cubes

Example Sentences

• The carpenter used a screw to attach the boards together.
• She had to screw in the lightbulb to make it work.
• He screwed the lid on the jar tightly to keep the food fresh.