Meaning of the word spanner in English

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spanner

US /ˈspæn.ɚ/
UK /ˈspæn.ər/

Noun

a tool, typically one with a set of jaws or a hole, used to turn nuts and bolts and other fasteners

Example:
He used a spanner to tighten the bolt.
I need a bigger spanner for this job.