tweezer

noun

twee·​zer ˈtwē-zər How to pronounce tweezer (audio)

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Fewer qubits, faster future The researchers tackled this problem using neutral atom systems, where atoms act as qubits and are arranged using laser beams known as optical tweezers. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 Apr. 2026 There’s a variety of tick-lifting tools available online, but fine-tipped curved tweezers also work well. Jane Sykes, Washington Post, 30 Mar. 2026 The miniatures in the castle are placed into small containers one room at a time, so they can be dusted and cleaned using small brushes and tweezers. Adam Harrington, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026 My favorite tool of all, though, is my Gestura Stando tweezers. Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tweezer

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tweezer was in 1904

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“Tweezer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tweezer. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.

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