spanner meaning

UK US /ˈspænɚ/ 2 syllables

spanner (noun): a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt.

Definition of spanner

  1. a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt

    Synonyms: wrench

    Type of: hand tool

    Kinds: adjustable wrench, Allen wrench, alligator wrench, box wrench, brace wrench, bulldog wrench, carriage wrench, dog wrench, hook wrench, lug wrench, open-end wrench, pin wrench

How to pronounce spanner

spanner is pronounced /ˈspænɚ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with spanner

Scrabble score: 9 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SP · words ending in ER · 7-letter words

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