WRENCHES Synonyms
There are 24 hypernyms of the word wrenches. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for WRENCHES
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twist | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an unforeseen development • an interpretation of a text or action • any clever maneuver • the act of rotating rapidly • a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments • a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight • a circular segment of a curve • a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself • a jerky pulling movement • a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair • social dancing in which couples vigorously twist their hips and arms in time to the music; was popular in the 1960s • the act of winding or twisting • turning or twisting around (in place) verb • to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) • cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form • turn in the opposite direction • form into a spiral shape • form into twists • extend in curves and turns • do the twist • twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates • practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive • twist suddenly so as to sprain | ||||||||
spanner | nounn | |||||||
noun • a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt | ||||||||
pull | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you • the force used in pulling • special advantage or influence • a device used for pulling something • a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments • a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke) • a sustained effort verb • cause to move by pulling • direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes • move into a certain direction • apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion • perform an act, usually with a negative connotation • bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover • steer into a certain direction • strain abnormally • cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense • operate when rowing a boat • rein in to keep from winning a race • tear or be torn violently • hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing • strip of feathers • remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense • take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for • take away | ||||||||
rick | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British) • a stack of hay verb • pile in ricks • twist suddenly so as to sprain | ||||||||
sprain | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a painful injury to a joint caused by a sudden wrenching of its ligaments verb • twist suddenly so as to sprain | ||||||||
turn | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a circular segment of a curve • the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course • (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession • an unforeseen development • a movement in a new direction • the act of turning away or in the opposite direction • turning or twisting around (in place) • a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) • (sports) a division of a game during which one team is on the offensive • a short performance that is part of a longer program • a favor for someone • taking a short walk out and back verb • to change orientation or direction • undergo a transformation or a change of position or action • undergo a change or development • cause to move around or rotate • change to the contrary • pass to the other side of • pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become • let (something) fall or spill from a container • move around an axis or a center • cause to move around a center so as to show another side of • to send or let go • to break and turn over earth especially with a plow • shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel • change color • twist suddenly so as to sprain • cause to change or turn into something different;assume new characteristics • accomplish by rotating • get by buying and selling • cause to move along an axis or into a new direction • channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something • cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form • alter the functioning or setting of • direct at someone • have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to • go sour or spoil • become officially one year older | ||||||||
wrick | verbv | |||||||
noun • a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British) verb • twist suddenly so as to sprain | ||||||||
wring | verbv | |||||||
noun • a twisting squeeze verb • twist and press out of shape • twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish • obtain by coercion or intimidation • twist, squeeze, or compress in order to extract liquid |