Pincers
noun
Pincers are a tool with two movable arms used for gripping or holding objects securely.
She used the pincers to grip the hot metal piece safely.
Often appears as...
- grip with pincers
- pincers and tweezers
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
Pincers can refer to the claw-like appendages of certain animals, which are used for grasping or crushing.
The lobster's pincers are used to catch its prey.
Often appears as...
- crustacean pincers
- predatory pincers
Usage tips
Neutral
Technical
noun
Pincers are a tool with two movable arms used for gripping or holding objects securely.
She used the pincers to grip the hot metal piece safely.
Often appears as...
- grip with pincers
- pincers and tweezers
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
Pincers can refer to the claw-like appendages of certain animals, which are used for grasping or crushing.
The lobster's pincers are used to catch its prey.
Often appears as...
- crustacean pincers
- predatory pincers
Usage tips
Neutral
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/2Practical Use
Pincers are often used in workshops or kitchens where gripping is required.
He always keeps a pair of pincers in his toolbox.
Pro Tip 2/2Biological Reference
In biology, pincers refer to the claw-like appendages of certain animals.
The crab uses its pincers to defend itself.
Pro Tip 1/2Practical Use
Pincers are often used in workshops or kitchens where gripping is required.
He always keeps a pair of pincers in his toolbox.
Pro Tip 2/2Biological Reference
In biology, pincers refer to the claw-like appendages of certain animals.
The crab uses its pincers to defend itself.
Pro Tip 1/2Practical Use
Pincers are often used in workshops or kitchens where gripping is required.
He always keeps a pair of pincers in his toolbox.
Pro Tip 2/2Biological Reference
In biology, pincers refer to the claw-like appendages of certain animals.
The crab uses its pincers to defend itself.
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