Wrench Meaning

There are 7 meaning(s) for word Wrench

Meaning 1 : twist suddenly so as to sprain

    Example : wrench one's ankle

    Synonyms : rick,  sprain,  turn,  twist,  wrick
Meaning 2 : a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments

    Example : the wrench to his knee occurred as he fell

    Synonyms : pull,  twist
Meaning 3 : twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates

    Example : wrench a window off its hinges,wrench oneself free from somebody's grip,a deep sigh was wrenched from his chest

    Synonyms : twist
Meaning 4 : a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt

    Synonyms : spanner
Meaning 5 : a jerky pulling movement

    Synonyms : twist
Meaning 6 : twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish

    Synonyms : wring
Meaning 7 : make a sudden twisting motion

How to Pronounce Wrench

  • rɛnʧ


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