Associations to the word «Countersink»
Adverb
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Wiktionary
COUNTERSINK, noun. A cylindrical recess, typically machined around a hole to admit a screw so that it sits flush with a surface.
COUNTERSINK, verb. (transitive) To create such a conical recess.
COUNTERSINK, verb. (transitive) To cause to sink even with or below the surface.
Dictionary definition
COUNTERSINK, noun. A hole (usually in wood) with the top part enlarged so that a screw or bolt will fit into it and lie below the surface.
COUNTERSINK, noun. A bit for enlarging the upper part of a hole.
COUNTERSINK, verb. Insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink).
Wise words
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