English Explanatory Dictionary

pair of pincers

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A gripping tool, pivoted like a pair of scissors, but with blunt jaws.

Word forms

pair of pincers pairs of pincers

Etymology

From Middle English paire of pynsours.

Synonyms

pincers
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