parer

/ˈpɛrər/
/ˈpɛrə/
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Other forms: parers

Definitions of parer
  1. noun
    a small sharp knife used in paring fruits or vegetables
    synonyms: paring knife
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    type of:
    knife
    edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
  2. noun
    a manicurist who trims the fingernails
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    type of:
    manicurist
    a beautician who cleans and trims and polishes the fingernails
Pronunciation
US
/ˈpɛrər/
UK
/ˈpɛrə/
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