Words / B1

TWEEZ-uh-z/ˈtwiːzəz/

Tweezers are a small metal tool with two arms, used for pulling out hairs or splinters (plural). Forceps in a lab or hospital are a related tool; scissors cut. First aid: tweezers are for splinters, not a science tool from the kit.

Meaning

A small metal tool with two arms, used for pulling out hairs or splinters (plural).

Examples

• “Tweezers in the first-aid kit are for splinters; they are not a science tool.”
• “A pair of tweezers on the DT bench is still counted in; they are not jewellery kit.”

Good to know

tweezers (plural); a pair of tweezers. Contrast: scissors / forceps. First aid. Mix-up: tweeze is a rare verb; use pull out with tweezers.

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