pincher

noun

pinch·​er ˈpin-chər How to pronounce pincher (audio)
1
: one that pinches
2
pinchers plural : pincers

Examples of pincher in a Sentence

the pincher of the stolen electronics was caught by the police trying to sell them
Recent Examples on the Web Instead of burning your fingers next time, pull out these adorable bunny tongs where the ears act as the pinchers. Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2024 Earwigs are small insects easily recognized by their distinctive pincers or forceps, which is why they're sometimes called pincher bugs. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2024 An earwig has a set of pinchers on the lower end of its body and wings that are rolled up just above its pinchers. Eric Guzmán, Detroit Free Press, 20 July 2024 These larvae of the Dobson fly are rather hideous, actually, featuring long segmented bodies and nasty pinchers that will nip at your fingertips. Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 23 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for pincher 

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of pincher was in the 15th century

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“Pincher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pincher. Accessed 21 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

pincher

noun
pinch·​er ˈpin-chər How to pronounce pincher (audio)
1
: one that pinches
2
plural : pincer sense 1
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