Synonyms for pliers

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pair of pliers · plyers · pincers

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Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   A pincer-like gripping tool that multiplies the strength of the user's hand, often used for bending things.

   I need a pair of pliers to get a good grip on that broken screw.

Related words

Phrases

adjustable pliers tongue-and-groove pliers water pump pliers groove-joint pliers multigrip pliers crimping pliers pair of pliers combination pliers

Example sentences

• pincers The crab's pincers tightened around my wrist.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

6 letters

plyers

7 letters

pincers²

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (pincers² = 2 syllables).

In other languages

Français

pince

Español

pinza

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