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1. tappet_wrench
noun. a wrench having parallel jaws at fixed separation (often on both ends of the handle).
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2. wrench
verb. ['ˈrɛntʃ'] twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates.
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- wrench (English)
- wrencan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
3. wrench
verb. ['ˈrɛntʃ'] make a sudden twisting motion.
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- wrench (English)
- wrencan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. wrench
verb. ['ˈrɛntʃ'] twist suddenly so as to sprain.
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- wrench (English)
- wrencan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. tappet
noun. ['ˈtæpət'] a lever that is moved in order to tap something else.
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- tappet (English)
- -et (English)
- tap (English)
- tappe (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. wrench
noun. ['ˈrɛntʃ'] a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt.
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- wrench (English)
- wrencan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. wrench
verb. ['ˈrɛntʃ'] twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish.
Etymology
- wrench (English)
- wrencan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))