Basic Details
Word: Pliers
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A tool used for gripping, bending, or cutting materials, usually made of metal and having two handles.
Synonyms: Grippers, tongs, forceps
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Like a pair of pliers: Used to describe something or someone that is very useful and effective in a particular situation. Example: "His advice was like a pair of pliers; it really helped me fix the problem."
- As tight as a pliers: Meaning very secure or constricted. Example: "She held the rope as tight as a pliers to keep the tent from blowing away."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I used pliers to tighten the loose screws on my bicycle.
Example 2: The electrician always carries a pair of pliers to strip the wires safely.
Example 3: When repairing the fence, I found that pliers were essential to bend the wires correctly.
Fun Fact
Pliers have been around since at least 500 B.C. and were originally made of wood or bronze. Today, they are typically made from high-carbon steel for strength and durability.
Famous Quote
"Tools are a means to an end, and they make the impossible possible." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pliers" mean?
a) A type of blender
b) A tool for gripping and cutting
c) A kind of fabric
d) A type of machine
Answer: b) A tool for gripping and cutting
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pliers"?
a) Hammer
b) Grippers
c) Screwdriver
d) Wrench
Answer: b) Grippers
3. Which sentence uses "pliers" correctly?
a) She used pliers to cook the pasta.
b) He fixed his bike using a pair of pliers.
c) They painted the pliers with bright colours.
d) The pliers flew out of his hand.
Answer: b) He fixed his bike using a pair of pliers.
4. Which idiom means something is very useful?
a) Like a pair of pliers
b) As clear as mud
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) As quiet as a mouse
Answer: a) Like a pair of pliers
5. What is the opposite of "pliers"?
a) N/A
b) Secretary
c) Computer
d) Pencil
Answer: a) N/A
