Meaning Of The Word Wing nut

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Wing nut Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Wing nut?

wing nut in American English
a nut with extensions like wings to provide a grip for turning with the fingers
noun: a nut having two flat, widely projecting pieces such that it can be readily tightened with the thumb and forefinger

wing nut in British English
noun: a threaded nut tightened by hand by means of two flat lugs or wings projecting from the central body

wing nut in Mechanical Engineering
noun: A wing nut is a threaded nut that you tighten by hand by means of two flat parts projecting from the central body.

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