Meaning of the word wrench in English

What does wrench mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

wrench

US /rentʃ/

UK /rentʃ/

a tool used for gripping and turning nuts and bolts

Example:

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He used a wrench to tighten the bolt.

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Pass me that adjustable wrench, please.

Synonym:

spanner monkey wrench adjustable wrench

a sudden, violent twist or pull

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He felt a sudden wrench in his back.

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It was a painful wrench to leave her home.

Synonym:

twist jerk pull sprain strain separation parting

to pull or twist suddenly and violently

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He tried to wrench the door open.

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The sudden movement could wrench your back.

Synonym:

twist jerk pull sprain strain

to cause pain or distress to (someone or something)

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It would wrench my heart to see them suffer.

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The news of his departure wrenched her.

Synonym:

distress upset grieve pain hurt

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adjustable wrench Allen wrench