Wrench: meaning, definitions and examples

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wrench

[ rɛn(t)ʃ ]

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tool

A wrench is a tool used for gripping and turning objects such as nuts and bolts. It typically has a handle and jaws that can be adjusted to fit different sizes of fasteners.

Synonyms

spanner

Examples of usage

He used a wrench to tighten the loose bolt on the machine.
She needed a wrench to assemble the furniture.

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alter

To wrench something means to twist or pull it forcefully. It can also refer to causing emotional pain or distress.

Synonyms

pull, twist, yank

Examples of usage

He had to wrench the rusty bolt free with all his strength.
The tragic news wrenched her heart.

Translations

Translations of the word "wrench" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chave inglesa

chave de boca
chave de grifo

🇮🇳 रिंच

पेचकस
पाना

🇩🇪 Schraubenschlüssel

Maulschlüssel
Engländer

🇮🇩 kunci inggris

🇺🇦 гайковий ключ

🇵🇱 klucz płaski

🇯🇵 レンチ (renchi)

🇫🇷 clé à molette

🇪🇸 llave inglesa

🇹🇷 anahtar

🇰🇷 렌치 (renchi)

🇸🇦 مفتاح ربط

🇨🇿 klíč

🇸🇰 kľúč

🇨🇳 扳手 (bānshǒu)

🇸🇮 ključ

🇮🇸 skiptilykill

🇰🇿 кілт

🇬🇪 გასაღები

🇦🇿 açar

🇲🇽 llave inglesa

Word origin

The word 'wrench' originated from Old English 'wrencan', meaning 'to twist'. Over time, it evolved to refer to both the tool and the action of twisting or pulling forcefully. The use of wrenches dates back to ancient civilizations where tools for gripping and turning were essential for various tasks. Today, wrenches are commonly used in mechanical and construction work.