"Edison screw" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Edison screws [plural]
Etymology: Named after Thomas Edison. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Edison screw (plural Edison screws)
  1. A standard screw thread allowing a light bulb to be screwed into its socket. Wikipedia link: Thomas Edison Related terms: SES

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