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runch

nounobject

adjustable spanner for nuts and bolts

an adjustable spanner (wrench): a hand tool with a movable jaw for gripping and turning nuts and bolts

Example in use

Gie me the runch an' I'll tak the wheel aff.

Pronunciation

Say it like this

/RUNCH/

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Origin & context

scotscurrentneutral

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