wrench

noun
UK: /rentʃ/
US: /rentʃ/

  1. A tool used for gripping and turning nuts, bolts, pipes, or other objects.

    1. I need a wrench to tighten this bolt on my bicycle.
    2. The plumber used a large wrench to loosen the stubborn pipe fitting.

  2. A sudden, sharp twist or pull.

    1. He gave his ankle a wrench playing basketball this afternoon.
    2. The sudden wrench of the steering wheel nearly caused an accident on the highway.

Synonyms

spanner twist jerk pull
wrench transitive-verb

  1. To twist or pull something suddenly and violently.

    1. I had to wrench the door open because it was stuck shut.
    2. She tried to wrench the phone from his grasp during the heated argument.

  2. To injure (a joint or muscle) by a sudden twisting movement.

    1. He wrenched his back while lifting a heavy box this morning.
    2. Be careful not to wrench your knee while skiing down that steep slope.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "wrench" in English means: A tool used for gripping and turning nuts, bolts, pipes, or other objects., A sudden, sharp twist or pull..

The phonetic transcription of "wrench" is /rentʃ/ in British English and /rentʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "wrench": spanner, twist, jerk, pull.

Example usage of "wrench": "I need a wrench to tighten this bolt on my bicycle.". More examples on the page.