corkscrew
UK: /ˈkɔːkskruː/ | US: /ˈkɔːrkskruː/
n. A tool for pulling corks from bottles, typically consisting of a spiral metal rod and a handle.
vt. To move or twist in a spiral or helical path.
The word "corkscrew" is a straightforward compound of "cork" (the stopper made from tree bark) and "screw" (the helical tool). It emerged in the early 18th century, directly describing the tool's function: a screw-like device for extracting corks. The term later gained a figurative sense (verb) to describe twisting or spiraling motion, mirroring the tool's action.
She used a corkscrew to open the bottle of wine.
The road corkscrews up the mountain, making the drive challenging.
He twisted the corkscrew slowly to avoid breaking the cork.
The roller coaster corkscrewed through the air, thrilling riders.
A vintage corkscrew can be a collector's item.