Word: screwback
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: screw
back
Definition: A mechanism for attaching a small item to clothing that operates by a post which goes through the cloth and a small backing plate that screws to the post. Also, the medal, tie pin, button, etc. that uses this type of attachment.
Morphemes:
Affix: screw
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To connect or assemble pieces using a screw.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: scrōfa
Language: la
Decoded: scrofa
Meaning: female pig
Affix: back
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To lay out a second, smaller anchor to provide additional holding power.