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Definitions
Noun
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plural of screw

"The old wooden chair had two missing screws that held the seat in place."

Verb
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Third-person singular simple present indicative form of screw

"The old machine screws slowly when you turn the handle."

In plain English: To screw means to make something loose by turning it counter-clockwise, but as an insult it means you are being foolish or acting badly.

"He screws in the new lightbulb every time he changes it."

Example Sentences
"He screws in the new lightbulb every time he changes it." verb
"He decided to tighten all the loose screws on his bookshelf." verb
"The mechanic spent hours trying to loosen the stubborn screws holding the engine." verb
"You should never overtighten the screws or you might strip them out." verb
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