wingnut

[US]/wɪŋnʌt/
[UK]/wɪŋnʌt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of nut with wings used in machinery; an eccentric or crazy person
Word Forms
Pluralwingnuts

Phrases & Collocations

wingnut theory

wingnut politics

wingnut fringe

wingnut ideology

wingnut beliefs

wingnut group

wingnut agenda

wingnut movement

wingnut culture

wingnut rhetoric

Example Sentences

he tightened the wingnut to secure the chair.

make sure to check the wingnut before riding the bike.

the wingnut was missing from the assembly kit.

she used a wingnut to attach the sign to the post.

the mechanic recommended a wingnut for easier adjustments.

he found a wingnut in the toolbox while repairing the table.

wingnuts are often used in diy projects for quick assembly.

don't forget to replace the wingnut after making adjustments.

the wingnut design allows for tool-free installation.

she prefers using a wingnut for its ease of use.

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