wing-nut

Definitions

Cars & Driving

• noun
  (written as wing nut)
  a nut with two flat projections like wings so that it can be easily turned by hand

Construction

• (written as wing nut)
  A nut provided with wing-like projections to facilitate turning by hand.

Slang

• noun a person with protruding ears. The jocular pejorative, heard in all English-speaking areas but particularly the USA, has been applied to Prince Charles, among others.

Nearby Definitions of “wing-nut”

• wing beading
• wing it
• wing landing section
• wing mirror
• wing mounting
• wing-nut
• wing rib of beef
• wing splash apron
• wing wall
• wingover
• wings

Contexts for “wing-nut”

3 definitions in context
• Cars & Driving
• Construction
• Slang