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Meaning
Noun
●
In Tools:
A pincer-like
gripping
tool
that
multiplies
the
strength
of the user's
hand
, often used for
bending
things.
●
plural of plier
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Origin
pliers
English
-er
English
-er
Middle English (1100-1500)
-eren
Middle English (1100-1500)
-or
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
-ra
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
ply
English
plien
Middle English (1100-1500)
plier
Middle French (ca. 1400-1600)
Sourced from
Etym
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