Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pincer
noun
/ˈpɪn.sər/
Definition
A pincer is a gripping tool that consists of two handles and a pair of jaws, which are used to grasp and manipulate objects.
Examples
- She used a pincer to carefully remove the hot coal from the fire.
- The crab’s pincers were easily recognizable as its primary means of defense.
- The dentist used a surgical pincer to extract the tooth.
Meaning
The term ‘pincer’ refers to a type of tool or an anatomical structure that resembles the claws of certain animals, such as crabs or lobsters, used for gripping or holding.
Synonyms
- claw
- gripper
- tongs
- pliers
