Meaning of screw cap | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The cap of a container, especially a bottle or jar, which screws onto the threaded lip of the container.
2. The style of closure that has such a cap; a container that has such a cap.
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Examples

“Four-year-old Anna surprised her parents when she unscrewed the screw cap and poured herself a glass of milk, like an old pro.”

“Corks remain prevalent, but nowadays the wine industry also offers plenty of screw caps, too, for occasions that warrant them or customers who prefer them.”

“When you buy the wine tonight, pick up some screw caps in addition to whichever corked bottles you buy.”

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