Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [jak-skroo]
- /ˈdʒækˌskru/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [jak-skroo]
- /ˈdʒækˌskru/
Definitions of jackscrew word
- noun jackscrew a jack for lifting, consisting of a screw steadied by a threaded support and carrying a plate or other part bearing the load. 1
- noun jackscrew A jack (mechanical lifting device) which is operated by turning a leadscrew. 1
- noun jackscrew a machine used to raise heavy things a short distance, operated by turning a screwlike shaft 0
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Origin of jackscrew
First appearance:
before 1760 One of the 46% newest English words
First recorded in 1760-70; jack1 + screw
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Parts of speech for Jackscrew
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
jackscrew popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
jackscrew usage trend in Literature
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