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螺丝钉
luósīdīng
Description
螺丝钉是一种很小的东西，用来把两块木头或者铁固定在一起。
A 螺丝钉 is a very small object used to fasten two pieces of wood or metal together.
有时候人们也用这个词来说一个人虽然普通，但是很重要。
Sometimes people use this word to describe a person who is ordinary but very important.
Meanings
螺丝钉luósīdīng
screw (a small metal fastener)
这张桌子少了一颗螺丝钉。
This table is missing a screw.
螺丝钉luósīdīng
small but essential part; a humble contributor
每个人都是社会里的一颗螺丝钉。
Everyone is a screw in society.
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Notes
- Etymology
螺丝 (screw thread) + 钉 (nail/pin), literally 'threaded nail'.
- Nuance
the figurative sense often praises modest but indispensable workers.
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