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pliers

Pronunciation: /ˈplaɪ.ə(ɹ)z/

The English word “pliers” has 1 meaning listed here.

noun

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

Etymology

From ply (“to bend”) + -er + -s.

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