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WRENCH

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Wrench.

How to pronounce wrench:

US

Wrench - as a noun

A sharp strain on muscles or ligaments

Example: "The wrench to his knee occurred as he fell"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pulltwist
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
harmhurtinjurytrauma
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A jerky pulling movement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
twist

Wrench - as a verb

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"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
twist

Make a sudden twisting motion

Twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish

Example: "Wring one's hand"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wring

Twist suddenly so as to sprain

Example: "Wrench one's ankle"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ricksprainturntwistwrick

Example Sentences

"He used a wrench to tighten the bolts."
"The plumber used a pipe wrench to fix the leak."
"I accidentally left my wrench at the construction site."
"She used a monkey wrench to loosen the stubborn nut."
"The mechanic grabbed a torque wrench to tighten the lug nuts."
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Word Game Points

Is WRENCH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, wrench is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WRENCH has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is WRENCH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wrench is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WRENCH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is WRENCH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wrench is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WRENCH has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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