crescent wrench

/ˌkrɛsnt rɛntʃ/
/ˈkrɛsɪnt rɛntʃ/
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Definitions of crescent wrench
  1. noun
    an adjustable wrench designed to fit hexagonal nuts with the adjusting screw built into the head of the wrench
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    type of:
    adjustable spanner, adjustable wrench
    can be changed to different settings
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