definition of
[wrench]

[1] #1 wrench v. [twist] twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates; "wrench a window off its hinges"; "wrench oneself free from somebody's grip"; "a deep sigh was wrenched from his che. wn

[2] #2 wrench v. make a sudden twisting motion. wn

[3] #3 wrench n. [twist, pull] a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments; "the wrench to his knee occurred as he fell"; "he was sidelined with a hamstring pull". wn

[4] #4 wrench n. [twist] a jerky pulling movement. wn

[5] #5 wrench n. [spanner] a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt. wn