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pincer-like

pincer-likeadjective
more pincer-like
Comp.
most pincer-like
Super.
Describes something that resembles or functions like a pincer.
Translations
en forme de pince
The crab raised its pincer-like claws in a defensive stance.
Le crabe a levé ses pinces en forme de pince dans une posture défensive.
Definitions
Resembling or functioning like a pincer; having a pinching or gripping shape or action.
The crab raised its pincer-like claws in a defensive stance.
pincer-likeadverb
Used adverbially to describe an action performed in a pincer-like manner.
Translations
à la manière d’une pince
The metal jaws snapped pincer-like around the cable.
Les mâchoires métalliques se sont refermées à la manière d’une pince autour du câble.
Definitions
In a manner resembling the action of pincers; with a pinching or grasping motion.
The metal jaws snapped pincer-like around the cable.
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