pincers

[pin-serz] / ˈpɪn sərz /

NOUN

grippers

Synonyms

STRONG

forceps pliers tongs

Example Sentences

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All this time the 'heddles' go up and down, up and down, with their ceaseless clatter, and David throws the shuttle back and forth as he weaves his old-fashioned winceys.

From Penelope's Experiences in Scotland by Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith

Inquiring within with all possible speed, we found the draper selling winceys, the draper's assistant tidying the ribbon-box, the draper's wife sewing in one corner, and the draper's baby playing on the clean floor.

From Penelope's Experiences in Scotland by Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith