Forceps

Forceps are a hand-held instrument used for grasping and holding objects, similar in concept to tongs, tweezers or pincers. They have a locking mechanism to ensure they do not squeeze too tightly onto the object they are used on.

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They are sometimes used in surgery or medical procedures, especially during labour in pregnancy where they are common for assisting childbirth.

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The word is a "binary noun", in that while it takes the plural form, it refers to a single object. Like scissors or spectacles, it does not have a strictly singular form, and may be referred to as "a pair of" forceps.

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Scissors: Scissors are a tool used for cutting thin material which requires little force. They're used for cutting, for example, paper, cardboard, metal foil, thin plastic, food, cloth, rope and wire. They are also used for cutting hair and nails....

Spectacles: redirect Glasses...

Forceps related Images and Photos (experimental)

Selection of Medical Appliances Including Forceps and a Hook to Extract Bullets