socket wrench

English

A socket wrench.

Etymology

socket + wrench

Noun

socket wrench (plural socket wrenches)

1. A type of wrench featuring multiple interchangeable socket heads (each designed to fit a particular size of bolt head or other fastener) which can be attached by a socket arrangement to a ratcheting wrench handle or other driver.

Synonyms

• ratchet wrench

Translations

A type of wrench — see ratchet wrench