ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Jackscrew

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Jackscrew is a noun meaning A jack (mechanical lifting device) which is operated by turning a leadscrew.

Meaning

A jack (mechanical lifting device) which is operated by turning a leadscrew.

More Meanings

  1. A leadscrew; a screw used to translate rotational into linear motion.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include leadscrew, feedscrew, screw, jack-sinker, screwdriver, screwback.

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