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twine vs wrench

wrench vs twine

twine and wrench both are nouns.

twine and wrench both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
twine Yes No Yes No
wrench Yes No Yes No
As verbs, wrench is a hyponym of twine; that is, wrench is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than twine:
  • twine: form into a spiral shape
  • wrench: twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish
twine (noun) wrench (noun)
a lightweight cord a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt
a jerky pulling movement
a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments
twine (verb) wrench (verb)
spin, wind, or twist together twist suddenly so as to sprain
make by twisting together or intertwining twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
arrange or coil around twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish
form into a spiral shape make a sudden twisting motion
Difference between twine and wrench

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