From formal English to slang. 2014.
Pipe wrench — Pipe Pipe, n. [AS. p[=i]pe, probably fr. L. pipare, pipire, to chirp; of imitative origin. Cf. {Peep}, {Pibroch}, {Fife}.] 1. A wind instrument of music, consisting of a tube or tubes of straw, reed, wood, or metal; any tube which produces… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
pipe-wrench — pipeˈ wrench noun A wrench that grips a pipe when turned one way • • • Main Entry: ↑pipe … Useful english dictionary
pipe wrench — n. any of several types of wrench, including the Stillson wrench, used to grip and turn pipes and other cylindrical objects … English World dictionary
Pipe wrench — The pipe wrench, or Stillson wrench is an adjustable wrench used for turning soft iron pipes and fittings with a rounded surface. The design of the adjustable jaw allows it to rock in the frame, such that any forward pressure on the handle tends… … Wikipedia
pipe wrench — noun adjustable wrench for gripping and turning a pipe; has two serrated jaws that are adjusted to grip the pipe • Syn: ↑tube wrench • Hypernyms: ↑adjustable wrench, ↑adjustable spanner • Hyponyms: ↑chain tongs, ↑Stillson wre … Useful english dictionary
pipe wrench — An adjustable wrench with serrated jaws. The most common type of pipe wrench is the so called Stilison wrench. Also called a monkey wrench. Also see chain pipe wrench … Dictionary of automotive terms
Pipe Wrench (cocktail) — WPMIXInfobox iba = no name = Pipe Wrench caption = The Pipe Wrench was named for its strong intoxicating effects, and as a pun on the inventor s name. type = cocktail flaming = vodka = tequila = rum = beer = yes gin = yes triplesec = served =… … Wikipedia
pipe wrench — noun An adjustable wrench (British spanner) with a toothed jaw for gripping pipe, frequently used by a plumber or pipe fitter, to loosen and tighten pipes with threaded connections. Syn: Stillsons, Stillson wrench, monkey wrench … Wiktionary
pipe wrench — noun Date: circa 1875 a wrench for gripping and turning a cylindrical object (as a pipe) usually by use of two serrated jaws so designed as to grip the pipe when turning in one direction only … New Collegiate Dictionary
pipe wrench — /ˈpaɪp rɛntʃ/ (say puyp rench) noun a wrench for gripping and turning a pipe, and usually having serrated jaws to exert purchase in one direction only …
