screwable

Able to twist

Screwable describes something that can be screwed—attached or fastened with screws, or fitted with screw threads: The legs are screwable, so assembly is easy.

In casual or vulgar use, screwable means sexually desirable or available: He thinks everyone at the bar is screwable.

fastening

threaded

Passed through an opening

  • boltThreaded rod for nuts
  • nutHard-shelled seed
  • washerSpacer ring for fasteners

anchor · rivet · pin · clamp · bracket · hinge · flange · coupling · bushing · spacer

joining

coupling

Joint between systems

junction · splice · union · socket · interlock · mate · linkage · articulation · gasket · nipple

tightening

torque

Rotational force measurement

tension · grip · twist · turn · driver · bit · hex · Phillips · flathead · Allen

assembly

components

Constituent parts

subassembly · parts · fittings · connectors · interchangeable · stackable · snap-fit · detachable · replaceable · adjustable

construction

woodworking

Craft of shaping lumber

studs · framing · joists · trim · shelving · cabinetry · fixtures · anchor · decking · subfloor

Opposites
fastening method

screwablewelded

Joined metals by melting

glued · soldered · brazed · riveted · nailed

permanence of connection

screwablepermanent

Fixed without end

fixed · irreversible · disposable · tamper-proof · sealed

removability/permanence

screwablefixed

Restored or immovable

permanent · irremovable · bonded · fused · sealed

Family

screw, screws, screwed, screwy, unscrew, screwdriver, unscrewed, screwing, unscrewing

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG-13