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tong

/tษ’ล‹/
B1 ยท Intermediateโ˜…โ˜…โ˜†โ˜†โ˜†
noun

Simple Meaning

a tool used to pick up things, like ice or food, with two arms that open and close.

When to Use

๐Ÿ’ฌDaily Conversation๐Ÿ’ผWorkplace English
Intermediate โ€” can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

โ€œCould you pass me the tongs for the salad?โ€

โ€œBe careful with those hot tongs โ€” they'll burn you.โ€

โ–ถFull Definition

An instrument or tool used for manipulating things in a fire without touching them with the hands.

Related Words

Synonyms:
grabberclamp
Word Family:
tongs

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