washer
Pronunciation: [ˈwɒʃər]
Word
Context: “ household items”
(noun) a small, flat piece of material, often round or shaped like a ring. It is used to go between a screw or bolt and the surface it is holding down. It helps make things tighter and keeps everything in place.
Example
I added a washer to the bolt to make sure it wouldn't come loose.
Example
Without a washer, the screw couldn't hold the shelf properly and it fell down.
Example
Do you think we need a washer for this project?
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