pipe wrench

American  

noun

1. a tool having two toothed jaws, one fixed and the other free to grip pipes and other tubular objects when the tool is turned in one direction only.

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Etymology

Origin of pipe wrench

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

A Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy shot a woman suspected of vandalism Saturday in Covina after she attacked the officer’s vehicle with a pipe wrench, according to the Sheriff’s Department.

From Los Angeles Times

His brother, Maxwell Ervin, testified that his brother attacked their father with a pipe wrench and a folding knife, alleging that Ray Ervin was an imposter.

From Washington Times

The father heard his wife scream, “David, no,” then ran upstairs and saw his son holding a pipe wrench.

From Seattle Times

Authorities say the victims were beaten with a large pipe wrench, the Star Tribune reported.

From Washington Times

In the end, DeAngelo would kill the couple anyway by shooting or bludgeoning them — with a pipe wrench or a sprinkler head or a fireplace log.

From Los Angeles Times