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Pliers

Scope note

Pincerlike hand tools with scissors action, usually with serrated jaws; used for gripping, holding, bending, and cutting. DAC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300024744

Broader Terms used

<holding and gripping tools>

Narrower Terms used

needlenose pliers

Created

13yrs ago

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