leadscrews
leadscrews is the plural of leadscrew.
Meaning of leadscrew
Noun
leadscrew (plural leadscrews)
- A screw designed to translate turning motion into linear motion.
- Leadscrews are commonly used in vices, presses, and jacks.
- Synonyms:
- power screw, translation screw
Questions about leadscrews
- What is leadscrews the plural of?
- Leadscrews is the plural of leadscrew.
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