Item in the hardware department with a "+" or "-" on its head Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, February 10, 2014 · 36-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, February 10, 2014.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 10, 2014 · 36-Down · 5 letters
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a fastener with a tapered threaded shank and a slotted head
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