pliers

Valid in Scrabble

Scrabble points
8
Words With Friends
10
Letters
6
Pronunciation
/ˈplaɪ.ə(ɹ)z/(UK)

Definition of pliers

2 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

  1. (plural, plural-only)A pincer-like gripping tool that multiplies the strength of the user's hand, often used for bending things.
    “I need a pair of pliers to get a good grip on that broken screw.”
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noun

  1. (plural, plural-only)A pincer-like gripping tool that multiplies the strength of the user's hand, often used for bending things.
    “I need a pair of pliers to get a good grip on that broken screw.”
  2. (form-of, plural)plural of plier

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Etymology

From ply (“to bend”) + -er + -s.

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