noun
- plural of spanner; tools with jaws for gripping and turning nuts, bolts, or pipes
Usage: chiefly British
Examples
- The mechanic kept his spanners organized in a toolbox.
- You’ll need different sized spanners for this job.
- The plumber carried a set of pipe spanners.
- These old spanners are still in good condition.
- He borrowed some spanners from his neighbor.
- The workshop had spanners hanging on the wall.