leadscrew
leadscrew · leadscrews
A screw designed to translate turning motion into linear motionA screw designed to translate turning motion into linear motion.
Meaning
1 sensesA screw designed to translate turning motion into linear motion.
Leadscrews are commonly used in vices, presses, and jacks.
Origin
From lead + screw.From lead + screw.
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