"pair of pliers" meaning in All languages combined

See pair of pliers on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: pairs of pliers [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|pairs of pliers}} pair of pliers (plural pairs of pliers)
  1. A pincer-like gripping tool that multiplies the strength of the user's hand, often used for bending things. Synonyms: pliers
    Sense id: en-pair_of_pliers-en-noun-mC9Sf1~E Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

Inflected forms

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