Stillson wrench

UK:**UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈstɪlsən/US:USA pronunciation: respellingUSA pronunciation: respelling(stil′sən)


WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2026
Still′son wrench′  (stil′sən),USA pronunciation [Trademark.]
  1. Building, Trademarksa monkey wrench with a pivoted, adjustable jaw that grips pipes, bars, etc., more tightly when pressure is exerted on the handle.

Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers::
Stillson wrench /ˈstɪlsən/ n
  1. trademark a large wrench having adjustable jaws that tighten as the pressure on the handle is increased

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