Spanner

Synonyms of spanner

• key
• tool
• wrench

Collocations of spanner

adjustable spanner

Frequency: 80 %

He used an adjustable spanner to tighten the bolts.

spanner wrench

Frequency: 65 %

The mechanic used a spanner wrench to fix the machine.

socket spanner

Frequency: 60 %

She needed a socket spanner to tighten the screws.

combination spanner

Frequency: 50 %

The toolkit included a combination spanner for various tasks.

pipe spanner

Frequency: 45 %

He grabbed a pipe spanner to work on the plumbing.

Idiomatic Expressions for spanner

• Phrase: spanner in the works
  Meaning: an obstacle or difficulty that disrupts progress or success
  Usage: The unexpected budget cuts were a spanner in the works for our expansion plans.