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Definition of jackscrew in English English dictionary
- A jack (mechanical lifting device) which is operated by turning a leadscrew
- screw-operated jack
- {i} machine that raises heavy objects
- of 2d Jack, n
- A jack in which a screw is used for lifting, or exerting pressure
jackscrew
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jack·screwPronunciation
Etymology
[ 'jak-"skrü ] (noun.) 1769. jack + screwResimler
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