forcipes Definition
an instrument resembling a pair of pincers or tongs, used for grasping, crushing, or pulling things.
Using forcipes: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forcipes" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The surgeon used a pair of forcipes to clamp the blood vessels.
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The blacksmith used forcipes to hold the hot iron while he hammered it.
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The dentist used a pair of dental forcipes to extract the tooth.
forcipes Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for forcipes
- forceps
- pliers
- tongs
- pincers
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Summary: forcipes in Brief
The term 'forcipes' [ˈfɔːsɪpiːz] refers to an instrument resembling a pair of pincers or tongs, used for grasping, crushing, or pulling things. It is commonly used in medical and dental procedures, as well as in blacksmithing.
