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noun
The period of screw rotation during injection molding when the plastic can flow into the mold.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
A hook-shapped attachment for an earring that sits behind the earlobe and tightens with a screw. Also, an earring that uses this type of attachment.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
A mechanism for attaching a small item to clothing that operates by a post which goes through the cloth and a small backing plate that screws to the post. Also, the medal, tie pin, button, etc. that uses this type of attachment.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
A type of case for a pocket watch where the mechanism is accessed by a removable back plate that screws onto the back of the case. Also, a watch that has such a case.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
The effect of putting backspin on the cue ball.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Topics: ball-games, billiards, games, hobbies, lifestyle, pool, snooker, sports
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noun
A powerful shot that imparts a spin to the ball.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Topics: golf, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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noun
A half-volley executed by holding the racket loosely and swinging it straight at the ball.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
A masonry abutment on an arch that is wedge-shaped in order to transmit the thrust downward.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Topics: architecture
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noun
An industrial digging machine that uses a large screw at the back to drill into the ground.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
A type of propeller in which the blades are angled to produce a motion similar to threading a screw. Also, the angle of the blades on such a propeller.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
A tightening screw on the back of a hand tool.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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History
From screw + back.
