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screw

(skrū),
A helically grooved cylinder for fastening two objects together or for adjusting the position of an object resting on one end of the screw.
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screw

Orthopedics
noun A threaded internal fixation device, usually constructed of stainless steel, commonly used to fix bones in place, either alone or with a plate.
 
Vox populi
verb Popular, to treat unfairly.
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screw

noun Orthopedics A ubiquitous threaded internal fixation device, usually constructed of stainless steel, commonly used to fix bones in place, either alone or with a plate. See Bionx absorbable cannulated screw, Cancellous screw, Cannellated screw, Cortical screw, Cross-locking screw, Herbert screw, Interference screw, Lag screw Vox populi verb
1. Popular, 'to treat unfairly'.
2. Vulgar; to have intercourse.
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screw

(skrū)
Helically grooved cylinder for attaching two objects or adjusting position of an object resting on one end of screw.
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So try to tighten the screws that hold the mounting plates in place.
If a torque wrench is available, tighten the screws to 75 lb-in.
Just loosen the screws on the inside of the door, raise or lower the sweep, and then tighten the screws. If the sweep is stuck, open the door, grab the underside with both hands and pull up as if you were trying to lift the door.
* Tighten the screws on the left side and then the right side.
If any feel loose, tighten the screws that fasten the blade to the blade holder.
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