Thread

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005970",
  "term": "Thread",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A helical ridge formed on the external or internal surface of a cylindrical or conical object, designed to engage with a corresponding thread on another component. Threads are used for fastening, such as on screws and nuts, or for transmitting power, as in lead screws. Common thread forms include V-threads and square threads.",
  "subject": "Manufacturing",
  "see_also": [
    "nun's thread",
    "sister's thread"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Faden",
    "es": "hilo",
    "fr": "fil"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/thread/"
}