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sugar nippers

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Main Entry:  sugar nippers2
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  sugar tongs
Etymology:  1981
Main Entry:  sugar nippers1
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  a utensil for making loaf sugar into lumps
Example:  Sugar nippers were used at the table to break off a chunk for use in coffee or tea.
Etymology:  1790
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