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slip-joint pliers

/ˈslɪp dʒɔɪnt ˈplaɪəz/

Tradução: Tipo de alicate ajustável cujo pivô desliza em uma ranhura, permitindo regular a abertura das garras para segurar objetos de tamanhos diferentes.

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/ˈslɪp dʒɔɪnt ˈplaɪəz/C1formaltechnical
  • ptTipo de alicate ajustável cujo pivô desliza em uma ranhura, permitindo regular a abertura das garras para segurar objetos de tamanhos diferentes.

A type of pliers with an adjustable pivot point that allows the jaws to be set at different widths, enabling the tool to grip objects of varying sizes.

  1. Adjustable gripping toolB2formal

    A type of pliers with a pivot point that can be moved to one of several positions, allowing the jaws to open to different widths for gripping objects of various sizes.

    ptAlicate ajustável

    • He used slip-joint pliers to tighten the nut.
    • Slip-joint pliers are essential for any basic toolkit.
    • The plumber adjusted the slip-joint pliers to grip the pipe firmly.