screwing (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈskruːɪŋ/
Definition
Fastening or joining things together using screws, or turning a screw to tighten or loosen it.
Examples
He spent the afternoon screwing together the new bookshelf.
Make sure you are screwing the lid on tightly to prevent leaks.
The carpenter was screwing the floorboards into place.
How to Use screwing
- screw in (phrasal verb)
- To insert and fasten something by turning it. — "He screwed in the new bulb."
- screw out (phrasal verb)
- To remove something by turning it. — "She screwed out the old bolt."
- screw up (phrasal verb)
- To make a mistake or do something badly. — "I completely screwed up the exam."
- screw with (prepositional phrase)
- To interfere with or disrupt something. — "Don't screw with my computer settings."
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