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Definition of spanner - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
challengesUK problem or obstacle in a processUK
- The new regulations threw a spanner in the works.
2.
toolsTECH. UK hand tool for adjusting nuts and boltsTECH. UK
- He used a spanner to fix the bike.
Images of spanner
hand tool for adjusting nuts and bolts
Expressions with spanner
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unexpected problem that disrupts plans or progress
The delay was a real spanner in the works.
cause a problem or delay in a plan
They threw a spanner in the project by changing the requirements.
cause a problem that stops a plan or process from working
They tried to finish the project, but he threw a spanner in the works.
tool with adjustable jaws for gripping
He used a shifting spanner to tighten the bolt.
wrench with a closed loop for nuts or bolts
He tightened the bolt using a ring spanner..
hand tool with adjustable jaw for nuts and bolts
He used an adjustable spanner to fix the leak.
tool for turning nuts and bolts
He used a box spanner to tighten the bolts on the bike..
wrench with a hook for round nuts
He used a hook spanner to tighten the round nut.
tool used to turn objects with holes or slots
He used a pin spanner to adjust the machine.
spanner with a torque-limiting mechanism
The mechanic adjusted the torque spanner to the required setting.
Origin of spanner
Dutch, spanner (to span)
Terms with spanner included in their meaning
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tools
spanner head for fitting over a bolt
tools
spanner with a torque-limiting mechanism
Examples of spanner in a sentence
Unexpected delays put a spanner in our timeline. A spanner is essential for any mechanic's toolkit. She tightened the loose bolt with a spanner.
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- French:obstacle, clé, ...
- German:Hindernis, Schraubenschlüssel, ...
- Italian:ostacolo, chiave inglese, ...
- Spanish:obstáculo, llave inglesa, ...
- Portuguese:obstáculo, chave inglesa, ...
- Chinese:障碍, 扳手, ...
- Japanese:障害, スパナ, ...
- Arabic:عقبة, مِفْتَاح, ...
- Hebrew:מִכְשׁוֹל, מַפְתֵּחַ בְּרָגִים, ...
- Russian:препятствие, гаечный ключ, ...
- Ukrainian:перешкода, гайковий ключ, ...
- Hindi:बाधा, पाना, ...
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