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Definition spanner in British English

spanner noun

[countable] noun
/ˈspænə(r)/
1

a metal tool that you use for turning small pieces of metal called nuts to make them tighter

Synonyms and related words
adjustable spanner Allen key applicator
Example

I never had any great love for Enid Blyton because the children in her books were always such insufferable spanners.

Definition spanner in British English