prybar

UK
/ˈpraɪbɑː/
US
/ˈpraɪbɑr/

Translations

prybarnoun
prybars
pl
UK
/ˈpraɪbɑː/
US
/ˈpraɪbɑr/
He used a prybar to remove the old nails from the wooden planks.
Il a utilisé un pied-de-biche pour retirer les vieux clous des planches en bois.
Synonyms
wrecking bar
claw bar
prybaradjective
UK
/ˈpraɪˌbɑː/
US
/ˈpraɪˌbɑr/
Used attributively (e.g., "prybar handle").
de pied-de-bicheEmploi adjectival de relation.
The mechanic stored his prybar set in a separate drawer.
Le mécanicien rangeait son jeu de pied-de-biche dans un tiroir séparé.

Definitions

prybarnoun
A tool with a flat, wedge-shaped end used for prying, lifting, or moving objects.
He used a prybar to remove the old nails from the wooden planks.
prybaradjective
Designed for, relating to, or intended for use with a prybar.
The mechanic stored his prybar set in a separate drawer.