pinchers Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pinch"ers noun plural

Etymology

From Pinch.

Definitions

1. An instrument having two handles and two grasping jaws working on a pivot; -- used for griping things to be held fast, drawing nails, etc. ✍ This spelling is preferable to pincers, both on account of its derivation from the English pinch, and because it represents the common pronunciation.