Wordiyopincers
🇬🇧 UK/'pinsәz/🇺🇸 US
GREB2
Definitions
n.
A gripping tool with two hinged arms used for holding or pulling; the claws of a crab or similar creature.
钳子，镊子；（螃蟹等的）螯
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native Englishpincersother
=pincers
Common Collocations
- 1.pair of pincers一把钳子／镊子
- 2.pincers movement钳形攻势
- 3.crab's pincers蟹螯
- 4.[grip with pincers]用钳子夹住
Example Sentences
- 1.
The mechanic used pincers to pull the bent nail out of the wood.
- 2.
The crab raised its pincers defensively when the child reached toward it.
- 3.
A pair of pincers is essential for delicate repair work on small components.