countersunk Meaning & Definition
What Does Countersunk Mean?
Countersunk is a verb that means past participle of countersink. As an adjective, it means That has a flat conical top allowing it to be inserted flush with a surface. As an adjective, it means (of a bolt or screw) That has a flat conical top allowing it to be inserted flush with a surface.
Countersunk Definition (Verb)
- past participle of countersink
Countersunk as an Adjective
- That has a flat conical top allowing it to be inserted flush with a surface
Verb
- To create such a conical recess.
to countersink a hole for a screw
- To cause to sink even with or below the surface.
to countersink a screw or bolt into woodwork
Adjective
- (of a bolt or screw) That has a flat conical top allowing it to be inserted flush with a surface
Synonyms of Countersunk
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Countersunk synonyms and antonyms →Countersunk in a Sentence
to countersink a hole for a screw
to countersink a screw or bolt into woodwork
Word Forms & Grammar
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