noun Uncommon

screwing

Screwing (noun) means the act of fastening something with a screw or a twisting motion. Example: “The screwing of the panel took longer than expected.”

noun

The act of fastening something with a screw or a twisting motion.

"The screwing of the panel took longer than expected."

(slang) An instance of being cheated or treated unfairly.

"Customers felt they'd gotten a screwing on the hidden fees."

How to use screwing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe act of screwing something in place, or informally, being cheated.

When to use it

The cheating sense is informal; avoid in formal contexts.

Word forms

more screwing comparative, screwings plural, most screwing superlative

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Rhymes for screwing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “screwing” mean?

The word “screwing” means the act of fastening something with a screw or a twisting motion. In plain terms, the act of screwing something in place, or informally, being cheated.

How do you use “screwing” in a sentence?

Here is “screwing” used in a sentence: “The screwing of the panel took longer than expected.”

What part of speech is “screwing”?

“Screwing” is a noun.

Is “screwing” a common word?

“Screwing” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “screwing” have?

“Screwing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of fastening something with a screw or a twisting motion.