unscrew
unscrew
Definition
un·screw (-skro̵̅o̅′)
transitive verb
- to remove a screw or screws from
- to remove, detach, or loosen by removing a screw or screws, or by turning
- to remove a threaded top, cover, etc. from (a jar, etc.)
intransitive verb
to become unscrewed or admit of being unscrewed
- unscreened
unscrew
Synonyms
unscrew
Usage Examples
Object
- screw: Unscrew the 3 screws & put the PCB back in place.
- lid: All you need to do is: Unscrew the lid of the tube to reveal the wand applicator.
- cap: To open: - unscrew the cap - use the cap to pierce the seal.
- nut: The engine could be removed from the boiler by simply unscrewing a few nuts.
- bolt: He began to unscrew bolts from the barrier, systematically dismantling the top section.
- lens: I bought a low budget web cam and unscrewed the lens.
Infinitive complement
- reveal: Secondly, the top part of the handle unscrews to reveal a handy camera mount.
Modifying Another Word
- simply: Simply unscrew the barrel, write your contact details on the enclosed paper then attach to your dogs collar.
- just: We supply the leather covered lids and you just unscrew the back plates and fit the new items.
- then: The Dark Man locks the door, then unscrews his pen.
- carefully: As ink in the bottle runs down, you can carefully unscrew the cap and pour more ink in!
- easily: Secure your shed door with a sturdy padlock and ensure it is hung on strong hinges that cannot be easily unscrewed.
- anticlockwise: The bulb capsule can be removed by griping the knurling at the edge of the capsule and unscrewing anticlockwise.
Preposition: from
Browse dictionary entries near unscrew
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