Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
screw-on
Adjective
/ˈskruː ɒn/
Definition
A type of fastening mechanism that involves twisting or screwing something onto another component.
Examples
- The bottle has a screw-on cap for easy access.
- He replaced the old light bulb with a new screw-on type.
- This container features a screw-on lid to keep contents fresh.
Meaning
Screw-on refers to a method of attachment where one object is secured to another by rotating it in a clockwise direction to fasten it in place.
Synonyms
- Twist-on
- Attachable
- Fastening
