monkey wrench

/ˌmʌŋki ˈrɛntʃ/
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Other forms: monkey wrenches

Definitions of monkey wrench
  1. noun
    adjustable wrench that has one fixed and one adjustable jaw
    synonyms: monkey-wrench
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    type of:
    adjustable spanner, adjustable wrench
    can be changed to different settings
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