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Pliers
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a small metal tool with two jaws used for gripping, bending, or cutting materials such as wires, pipes, or small objects
What are "pliers"?
Pliers are hand tools used to grip, twist, or cut objects. They have two handles connected to two jaws, which can be adjusted to hold various sizes of items. The jaws may have different shapes and textures, depending on their intended use, such as gripping, bending, or cutting wire. Pliers are commonly used in tasks like repairing, assembling, or manipulating small objects.
Examples
The electrician used pliers to twist the wires together securely.
He used needle-nose pliers to reach into tight spaces and grasp small components.
