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PAIR OF PLIERS Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the phrase pair of pliers. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the phrase pair of pliers. (close relations)
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pliers
nounn
noun

• a gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws

forceps
nounn
noun

• an extractor consisting of a pair of pincers used in medical treatment (especially for the delivery of babies)

tongs
nounn
noun

• any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below

pincers
nounn
noun

• a hand tool for holding consisting of a compound lever for grasping

• a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods

tweezers
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• a hand tool for holding consisting of a compound lever for grasping

plyers
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noun

• a gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws

Best Hypernyms For PAIR OF PLIERS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for pair of pliers, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
apparatus appliance device implement instrument tool utensil
Phrases (2)
compound leverhand tool

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