screwdriver
word
Definition
A hand tool with a flat or cross-shaped tip used for turning screws. Also the name of a cocktail made with vodka and orange juice.
Usage & Nuances
Two main types: flathead/flat-blade screwdriver and Phillips (cross-shaped) screwdriver. The cocktail "screwdriver" is one of the simplest mixed drinks — just vodka and OJ. Figuratively rare but "sonic screwdriver" is famous from Doctor Who.
Example Sentences
A screwdriver is the perfect brunch cocktail — simple, refreshing, and hard to mess up.
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You'll need a Phillips screwdriver for these screws.
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He ordered a screwdriver at the bar — vodka and orange juice.
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Every toolbox should have at least a hammer, a screwdriver, and a pair of pliers.
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I spent twenty minutes looking for a screwdriver only to realize I needed an Allen key.
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Can you pass me the screwdriver? I need to tighten this screw.
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