kleszcze — meaning in English
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English meaning
- claw noun A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
- forceps noun A pincer-like instrument used by doctors and surgeons to grip and hold things.
- pincers noun A hand tool with two pivoted, blunt jaws used for gripping or pulling.
- pliers noun A hand tool with pincer jaws used for gripping, bending, or cutting.
Senses
kleszcze is used for these senses in English:
- claw A mechanical device resembling a claw, used for gripping or lifting.
- forceps An instrument used in surgery or medical procedures for grasping and holding objects, similar to tongs or pincers.
- pincers A gripping tool, pivoted like a pair of scissors, but with blunt jaws.
- pliers A pincer-like gripping tool that multiplies the strength of the user's hand, often used for bending things.
claw — full definition
- noun A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
- noun A pincer of a crab, lobster, or similar creature.
- verb To scratch, grip, or tear at something using claws (or fingernails).