Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tweezers
Noun
/ˈtwiːzəz/
Definition
A small tool used for picking up and holding objects, especially those that are small or difficult to grasp with fingers.
Examples
- She used tweezers to remove a splinter from her finger.
- The technician carefully used tweezers to place the delicate components on the circuit board.
- Make sure to have a good pair of tweezers when applying false eyelashes.
Meaning
Tweezers are common precision tools designed to grasp and manipulate small items or materials with ease.
Synonyms
- Forceps
- Pincers
- Clamps