forceps
word
Definition
A medical instrument that looks like a pair of tongs or pincers, used for grasping or holding objects, especially during surgery or childbirth.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in formal and medical contexts. "Forceps" is always plural (even for one instrument). Commonly used with types ('surgical forceps', 'obstetric forceps'). Do not confuse with everyday 'tongs' or 'tweezers', which are for domestic uses.
Example Sentences
The doctor used forceps to remove the object.
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Forceps are important tools in many surgeries.
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The nurse handed the surgeon a pair of forceps.
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During childbirth, the doctor carefully used forceps to help deliver the baby.
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Could you please pass me the forceps? I need to hold this still.
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It's amazing how precise surgeons are with instruments like forceps.
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