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Stillson

Syllabification: (Still·son)
Pronunciation: /ˈstilsən/

(also Stillson wrench)
Definition of Stillson

noun

  • a large wrench with jaws that tighten as pressure is increased.

Origin:

early 20th century: named after Daniel C. Stillson (1830–99), its US inventor

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