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spanner

Pronunciation: /ˈspanə/

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Definition of spanner

noun

chiefly British

a tool with a shaped opening or jaws for gripping and turning a nut or bolt.

Phrases

spanner in the works: see work.

Origin:

late 18th century: from German spannen 'draw tight' + -er¹

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Definition of spanner in the US English dictionary

Nearby words

Spanish-American War
Spanish-Colonial
spank
spanker
spanking
spanner
spanner in the works
spanspek
spansule
spar ¹
spar ²

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More results for spanner

box spanner Br. Eng
ring spanner Br. Eng
crowsfoot spanner Br. Eng
a spanner or North American monkey wrench in the works in work Br. Eng
socket spanner in socket wrench (also socket spanner) Br. Eng
adjustable spanner Eng-It

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enjambement

/ ɪnˈdʒam(b)m(ə)nt

noun

(in verse) the continuation of a sentence without a pause …

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