Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
corkscrew
noun
/ˈkɔrkˌskruː/
Definition
A tool used for extracting corks from bottles, typically wine bottles.
Examples
- He used a corkscrew to open the bottle of red wine.
- The waiter brought a corkscrew to our table for the sparkling wine.
Meaning
Corkscrew refers to both the device used to remove corks and the spiral shape of the tool itself.
Synonyms
- Wine opener
- Cork remover
