torsion wrench en · NOUN
Meanings
- An L-shaped tool used in lock picking to apply torsion to the inner cylinder of a lock, in order to hold any picked pins in place, while the other pins are shifted, and then to turn the inner cylinder and open the lock.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| torsion wrenches | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
tension wrench · torque wrench
Translations (1)
fi jännitekampi (lockpicking tool)