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