Corkscrew

/ˈkɔːrks.kruː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A pointed tool used for drawing corks from bottles, typically consisting of a helical wire attached to a handle.

I used a corkscrew to open the bottle of wine for our dinner.

A spiral shape or motion resembling that of a corkscrew.

The airplane made a dramatic corkscrew maneuver to avoid the storm.

verb

To twist or spiral in a corkscrew manner.

The path corkscrewed up the mountain, providing stunning views at every turn.

To remove a cork from a bottle using a corkscrew.

She corkscrewed the cork out of the bottle with ease.

The term 'corkscrew' comes from 'cork' + 'screw' referring to the twisting mechanism.

corkscrew turn

A sharp turn in a winding road or path.

corkscrew shape

An object or design that coils or spirals like a corkscrew.

corkscrew motion

A rotational movement often used in sports or dance.

cork

A material made from the bark of the cork oak tree, often used to seal bottles.

screw

A fastener consisting of a cylinder with a helical ridge, used to hold objects together.

To corkscrew someone

He was so surprised that it felt like he got corkscrewed by the news.

Corkscrew behavior

His corkscrew behavior at the party was entertaining.