Associations to the word «Forceps»

Wiktionary

FORCEPS, noun. An instrument used in surgery or medical procedures for grasping and holding objects, similar to tongs or pincers. (With singular or plural concord.)

Dictionary definition

FORCEPS, noun. An extractor consisting of a pair of pincers used in medical treatment (especially for the delivery of babies).

Wise words

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