: a wrench that has a hole, projection, or hook at one or both ends of the head for engaging with a corresponding device on the object that is to be turned. Recent Examples on the Web. …

Also called spanner wrench. a wrench having a curved head with a hook or pin at one end for engaging notches or holes in collars, certain kinds of nuts, etc. Chiefly British. a wrench, …

A spanner is a type of wrench with an opening and sometimes little teeth: you can clasp it over the nut or bolt and get a good grip. In the US, the main difference between a spanner and other …

Idiom put/throw a spanner in the works (Definition of spanner from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

A spanner is a metal tool whose end fits round a nut so that you can turn it to loosen or tighten it.

Jan 27, 2025 · Explore British slang spanner meanings in detail - from a tightening tool to a description of foolishness with practical examples.

Definition of spanner noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

spanner (ˈspӕnə) noun a type of tool used for tightening or loosening nuts, bolts etc.

There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun spanner, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

put/throw a spanner in the works informal : to cause something to not go as planned