corkscrew
2 synonyms for corkscrew, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A tool with a metal spiral used for pulling corks out of bottles.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
bottle screw
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A tool with a metal spiral used for pulling corks out of bottles.
“He rummaged through the drawer looking for the corkscrew.”
spiral
bottle screw
2. verb
To move or twist in a tight spiral path.
“The plane corkscrewed down through the clouds during the stunt display.”
How to use corkscrew
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
corkscrew curls
corkscrew motion
Etymology
A compound of "cork" and "screw," describing the tool's spiral screw shape.
Full origin of corkscrew →Frequently asked questions
What does “corkscrew” mean?
The word “corkscrew” means a tool with a metal spiral used for pulling corks out of bottles. In plain terms, a bottle-opening tool with a spiral spike, or anything shaped or moving like one.
How do you pronounce “corkscrew”?
“Corkscrew” is pronounced KAWK-skroo (/ˈkɔɹk.skɹu/ in IPA).
How do you use “corkscrew” in a sentence?
Here is “corkscrew” used in a sentence: “He rummaged through the drawer looking for the corkscrew.”
What part of speech is “corkscrew”?
Depending on how it is used, “corkscrew” can be a noun, an adjective and a verb.
How many meanings does “corkscrew” have?
“Corkscrew” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tool with a metal spiral used for pulling corks out of bottles.
Related words
church key
wine key
