What does forceps mean?
Forceps means An instrument used in surgery or medical procedures for grasping and holding objects, similar to tongs or pincers..
Forceps
/ˈfɔːsɛps/ · noun
Meaning
An instrument used in surgery or medical procedures for grasping and holding objects, similar to tongs or pincers..
Definitions by Sense
- An instrument used in surgery or medical procedures for grasping and holding objects, similar to tongs or pincers.
- (entomology) A pair of appendages on the abdomen of some insects, such as earwigs, resembling the medical instrument.
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Word Forms
- forceps
- forcipes
- forcepses
Usage Notes
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What is a synonym for forceps?
Common synonyms include pair of forceps.
What is the opposite of forceps?
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How do you use forceps in a sentence?
Use forceps where its definition matches the intended context.
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