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thumbnut

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thumb·nut  (thmnt)
n.
See wing nut.

thumbnut [ˈθʌmˌnʌt]
n
(Engineering / Tools) a nut with projections enabling it to be turned by the thumb and forefinger; wing nut
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Noun1.thumbnut - a threaded nut with winglike projections for thumb and forefinger leverage in turningthumbnut - a threaded nut with winglike projections for thumb and forefinger leverage in turning
nut - a small (usually square or hexagonal) metal block with internal screw thread to be fitted onto a bolt


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The knob portion of the thumbnut is in round knurled style, with diameters that match those of the company's existing product line.
 
 
 
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