slip-joint pliers

Definitions of slip-joint pliers
  1. noun
    pliers with a joint adjustable to two positions in order to increase the opening of the jaws
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    type of:
    pair of pliers, pliers, plyers
    a gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws
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