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corkscrew1720, from cork (n.) + screw (n.). Given various figurative or extended senses from c. 1815; the verb is attested from 1837.
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corkscrewA tool for drawing stopping corks from wine bottles. Generally, it consists of a pointed metallic helix (often called the "worm") attached to a handle.
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corkscrewMetal post for supporting a wire entanglement, with twisted base enabling it to be screwed into the ground, obviating the use of a hammer which might attack enemy fire.
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corkscrewTo dream of seeing a corkscrew, indicates an unsatisfied mind, and the dreamer should heed this as a warning to curb his desires, for it is likely they are on dangerous grounds. To dream of breaking a corkscrew while using it, indicates to the dreamer perilous surroundings, and he should use force of will to abandon unhealthful inclinations.
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corkscrewA small tool used to withdraw corks from bottles. There are many varieties, but a typical corkscrew has a pointed metal spiral with a handle at the opposite end.
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corkscrew(n) a bottle opener that pulls corks(v) move in a spiral or zigzag course
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corkscrewA tool, comprising a pointed metallic helix attached to a handle, for drawing Corks from bottles.
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corkscrewDevice for removing corks from wine bottles. See Wine Openers
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corkscrewA tool, comprising a pointed metallic helix attached to a handle, for drawing corks from bottles.
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corkscrewa move starting on the back, ½ front somersault with 1½ twists to back.
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