A large screw working in a nut set in a strong frame or forming a part thereof, which in turn serves as a base to carry the load. Same as jack screw, or screw jack. (Kremer, 2021)
Synonyms:
screw jack
A large screw working in a nut set in a strong frame or forming a part thereof, which in turn serves as a base to carry the load. Same as jack screw, or screw jack. (Kremer, 2021)