pincers

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Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈpɪnsəɹz/

Noun

1. plural form 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.

Synonyms

• forceps
• chelae, claws, nippers
• pair of pincers
• pinchers

Translations

• French: tenaille, pinces
• German: Zange, Monierzange
• Italian: tenaglia
• Portuguese: tenaz, pinça
• Russian: кле́щи
• Spanish: pinzas, tenaza

Translations

• French: pinces
• German: Krebsschere
• Italian: pinze
• Portuguese: patolas
• Russian: клешня́
• Spanish: pinzas, tenazas

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