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Definition of screwdriver

screwdriver

/ˈskruːˌdraɪvɚ/
screw · driv · er
Plural:screwdrivers
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screwdriver Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A hand tool or power tool attachment with a specially shaped tip that fits into the head of a screw, used for turning, driving, or removing screws.

Example

"He used a Phillips-head screwdriver to tighten the loose hinge on the kitchen cabinet."

2

A highball cocktail consisting simply of vodka and orange juice served over ice.

Example

"She ordered a screwdriver at the bar while waiting for the rest of her party to arrive."

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Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 18th century as a compound of 'screw' and 'driver'. The cocktail name originated in the mid-20th century, purportedly because American oil workers in the Middle East stirred the drink with an actual screwdriver.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Screwdriver. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/screwdriver
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