word
Pliers
PLY-urz
/ˈplaɪɜːrz/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
pliers
Dictionary meaning
A gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws.
Synonyms: pair of pliers, plyers
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