Definition of Jackscrew

1. Noun. Screw-operated jack.

Exact synonyms: Screw Jack
Generic synonyms: Jack

Definition of Jackscrew

1. n. A jack in which a screw is used for lifting, or exerting pressure. See Illust. of 2d Jack, n., 5.

Definition of Jackscrew

1. Noun. A jack (mechanical lifting device) which is operated by turning a leadscrew. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Jackscrew

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Jackscrew

1. A jack in which a screw is used for lifting, or exerting pressure. See Jack. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Jackscrew

jackrabbiting
jackrabbits
jackroll
jackrolled
jackrolling
jackrolls
jacks
jacks-of-all-trades
jacks of all trades
jacks of clubs
jacks of spades
jacks off
jacks up
jacksaw
jacksaws
jackscrew (current term)
jackscrews
jackshaft
jackshafts
jacksie
jacksies
jackslave
jacksmelt
jacksmelts
jacksmith
jacksnipe
jacksnipes
jacksonian
jacksonian epilepsy

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