Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alicate
noun
ˈplaɪərz
Definition
A tool used for gripping, bending, or cutting materials, commonly used in various manual and electrical tasks.
Examples
- He used the alicate to twist the wires together.
- She reached for her alicate to cut through the thick cable.
- The mechanic always has a set of alicates in his toolbox.
Meaning
In English, ‘alicate’ translates to ‘pliers.’ It refers to a hand tool that is typically equipped with jaws for gripping or manipulating objects.
Synonyms
- pliers
- grippers
- tongs