screw v Cp Cent screw-fish for comb.
1 To press dried cod-fish tightly into a cask using mechanical pressure; DRUM v.
[1799] 1954 INNIS 300 [The salt cod] was 'screw'd in casks in order for its better preservation.' [1814] 1956 FAY 20 During the winter you will have time to pack and screw the fish properly. 1973 HORWOOD 40-1 This time the Olive Moore was not long delayed. There was another load of fish prepared for her and already screwed into drums and half drums, and this time consigned to different dealers.
2 Comb screwed fish: dried cod-fish pressed tightly in a cask or drum for export; DRUM FISH.
1846 TOCQUE 122 The fir is used mostly for the frame-work of dwelling houses and stores ... casks for screwed fish.
