forceps
/ˈfɔːsəps/
C1 · Advanced★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
una herramienta como tijeras pequeñas que usan los médicos para sostener o tirar cosas.
When to Use
⚙️Technical📝Exam Vocabulary
Advanced — complex ideas, academic/professional
Examples in Conversation
“El médico usó fórceps para quitar la astilla.”
“Los fórceps son herramientas comunes en el consultorio del dentista.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
An instrument used in surgery or medical procedures for grasping and holding objects, similar to tongs or pincers.