open-end wrench
Plural
open-end wrenches
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a hand tool with two U-shaped ends of different sizes, designed to grip and turn nuts and bolts with flat surfaces, providing a versatile and convenient option for various tightening and loosening applications
An open-end wrench is a tool used to tighten or loosen bolts and nuts. It has a U-shaped, open-ended design that fits over the flat sides of a bolt or nut. This allows for quick use, as the wrench can be easily placed and removed. It is commonly used in mechanical, automotive, and construction tasks, especially when working in areas where a full rotation of a box-end wrench is not possible. Open-end wrenches come in various sizes to fit different bolt or nut widths.
- To loosen the bolt, use an open-end wrench to grip the flat sides.
- He reached for the open-end wrench to tighten the nut on the pipe.
- I need an open-end wrench to work on these small bolts under the car.
- She tightened the screws with an open-end wrench to secure the frame.
- The toolbox was filled with various sizes of open-end wrenches for different jobs.
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