thumbnut
nounEtymology From thumb + nut.
1
Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A nut with a knurled rim which can be turned with thumb and forefinger.
2
Synonym of wingnut.
noun — 2 senses
Etymology From thumb + nut.
Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A nut with a knurled rim which can be turned with thumb and forefinger.
Synonym of wingnut.
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