What is the definition of Temper screw? | Dictionary.net

TEMPER SCREW

\tˈɛmpə skɹˈuː], \tˈɛmpə skɹˈuː], \t_ˈɛ_m_p_ə s_k_ɹ_ˈuː]\

Definitions of TEMPER SCREW

2010 - New Age Dictionary Database
1913 - Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary

Sort: Oldest first

A screw link, to which is attached the rope of a rope-drilling apparatus, for feeding and slightly turning the drill jar at each stroke.
A set screw used for adjusting.

2010 - New Age Dictionary Database
By Oddity Software

A screw link, to which is attached the rope of a rope-drilling apparatus, for feeding and slightly turning the drill jar at each stroke.
A set screw used for adjusting.

1913 - Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
By Noah Webster.

Word of the day

tinctura quininae ammoniata

A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].

View More

Nearby Words