English Explanatory Dictionary

pincers

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. plural of pincer
noun
  1. A gripping tool, pivoted like a pair of scissors, but with blunt jaws.
  2. The front claws of crustaceans such as lobsters.

Pronunciation

/ˈpɪnsəɹz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-pincers.wav

Word forms

pincers

Etymology

From Middle English pynsours, from Old French pinceure, pinchure, from pincier (“to pinch”).

Synonyms

forceps chelae claws nippers pair of pincers pinchers

Related words

tongs
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