Wrench

What “Wrench” means

Noun

1. A movement that twists or pulls violently; a tug.
2. An injury caused by a violent twisting or pulling of a limb; strain, sprain.
3. A trick or artifice.
4. Deceit; guile; treachery.
5. A turn at an acute angle.

Verb

1. To pull or twist violently.
2. To injure (a joint) by pulling or twisting.
3. To distort the original meaning of; to misrepresent.
4. To rack with pain; to make hurt or distressed.
5. To deprive by means of a violent pull or twist.

Where the word comes from

From Middle English wrench, from Old English wrenċ, from Proto-Germanic *wrankiz, from Proto-Indo-European *wreng- (“to turn”). Compare German Rank (“plot, intrigue”).

From Middle English wrenchen, from Old English wrenċan, from Proto-West Germanic *wrankijan, from Proto-Germanic *wrankijaną. Compare German renken.

Business name ideas with “Wrench”

Industries where “Wrench” fits

We suggest this word for 4 business types and industries, including:

• Auto Repair Shop
• Handyman Business
• General Automotive Repair
• Residential Remodelers