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corkscrew

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːk.skɹuː/

The English word “corkscrew” has 8 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. An implement for opening bottles that are sealed by a cork. Sometimes specifically such an implement that includes a screw-shaped part, or worm.
  2. The screw-shaped worm of a typical corkscrew.
  3. A type of sharp, twisting punch, often one thrown close and from the side.
  4. A type of inversion used in roller coasters.

adjective

  1. Having the tightly winding shape of a corkscrew.

verb

  1. To wind or twist in the manner of a corkscrew; to move with much horizontal and vertical shifting.
  2. To cause something to twist or move in a spiral path or shape.
  3. To extract information or consent from someone.

Etymology

From cork + screw.

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