Wingnut
noun
A type of fastener or nut that has projecting wings to facilitate hand-tightening.
He used a wingnut to secure the leg of the table.
Usage tips
Neutral
metal wingnut,wingnut screw,wingnut nut
noun
An informal term for a person who holds extreme political views or behaves in a fanatical manner.
The debate got heated when a wingnut joined the discussion.
Usage tips
Informal, Slang
political wingnut,right-wing wingnut,left-wing wingnut
noun
A type of fastener or nut that has projecting wings to facilitate hand-tightening.
He used a wingnut to secure the leg of the table.
Usage tips
Neutral
metal wingnut,wingnut screw,wingnut nut
noun
An informal term for a person who holds extreme political views or behaves in a fanatical manner.
The debate got heated when a wingnut joined the discussion.
Usage tips
Informal, Slang
political wingnut,right-wing wingnut,left-wing wingnut
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Tools
Wingnuts are essential for quick assembly and disassembly.
In many DIY projects, using the right wingnut can save time.
Pro Tip 2/3Handy Tools
Understanding different types of wingnuts can enhance your tool knowledge.
A wingnut is helpful in situations where tools are not available.
Pro Tip 3/3Eccentric People
Wingnut can also describe someone with unusual beliefs.
Be cautious when using 'wingnut' in social contexts; it may sound offensive.
Pro Tip 1/3Tools
Wingnuts are essential for quick assembly and disassembly.
In many DIY projects, using the right wingnut can save time.
Pro Tip 2/3Handy Tools
Understanding different types of wingnuts can enhance your tool knowledge.
A wingnut is helpful in situations where tools are not available.
Pro Tip 3/3Eccentric People
Wingnut can also describe someone with unusual beliefs.
Be cautious when using 'wingnut' in social contexts; it may sound offensive.
Pro Tip 1/3Tools
Wingnuts are essential for quick assembly and disassembly.
In many DIY projects, using the right wingnut can save time.
Pro Tip 2/3Handy Tools
Understanding different types of wingnuts can enhance your tool knowledge.
A wingnut is helpful in situations where tools are not available.
Pro Tip 3/3Eccentric People
Wingnut can also describe someone with unusual beliefs.
Be cautious when using 'wingnut' in social contexts; it may sound offensive.
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