pair of pliers

Other forms: pairs of pliers

Definitions of pair of pliers
  1. noun
    a gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws
    synonyms: pliers, plyers
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    locking pliers
    pliers that can be locked in place
    needlenose pliers
    small pliers with long thin jaws for fine work
    pump-type pliers
    a type of pliers
    rib joint pliers
    a type of pliers
    slip-joint pliers
    pliers with a joint adjustable to two positions in order to increase the opening of the jaws
    type of:
    compound lever
    a pair of levers hinged at the fulcrum
    hand tool
    a tool used with workers' hands
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