screws
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈskɹuz// UK //skɹˈuːz// screws
n. small metal objects with a spiral edge that you turn to hold things together. You use a tool like a screwdriver to twist them into wood or metal.
n. short, slender metal fasteners with a helical thread and a slotted head, designed to be driven into material by rotation. Often used for joining components or securing objects to surfaces.
I need two more screws to finish the shelf.
The carpenter tightened the screws on the door hinge to stop it from squeaking.
The structural integrity of the cabinet depends on these high-tensile screws, which distribute the load evenly across the wooden frame to prevent splitting over time.
Usage
Commonly takes the verb 'tighten' or 'loosen'; often paired with the preposition 'into'.