jack screw

A form of jackscrew — A jack (mechanical lifting device) which is operated by turning a leadscrew.

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Meanings

nounjack screw (plural jack screws)

plural jack screws

  1. alternativeAlternative form of jackscrew.
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APA

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Chicago

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