forceps
an instrument, as pincers or tongs, for seizing and holding objects, as in surgical operations.
Anatomy, Zoology. a part or feature resembling a forceps, especially a pair of appendages at the posterior of certain insects.
Origin of forceps
1Other words from forceps
- for·ceps·like, adjective
- for·cip·i·al [fawr-sip-ee-uhl], /fɔrˈsɪp i əl/, adjective
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How to use forceps in a sentence
Ad dentium dolorem quamvis plurimi dicant forcipes remedium esse, multa tamen citra hanc necessitatem scio profuisse.
Surgical Instruments in Greek and Roman Times | John Stewart MilneDid they fear that Belcha might take a fancy to their probes and forcipes?
Romantic Spain | John Augustus O'Shea
British Dictionary definitions for forceps
/ (ˈfɔːsɪps) /
a surgical instrument in the form of a pair of pincers, used esp in the delivery of babies
(as modifier): a forceps baby
any pincer-like instrument
any part or structure of an organism shaped like a forceps
Origin of forceps
1Derived forms of forceps
- forceps-like, adjective
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