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单词 pincher
释义

pincher

noun

pinch·​er ˈpin-chər How to pronounce pincher (audio)
1
: one that pinches
2
pinchers plural : pincers

Synonyms

  • larcenist
  • purloiner
  • robber
  • stealer
  • thief
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Example Sentences

the pincher of the stolen electronics was caught by the police trying to sell them
Recent Examples on the Web Scissor-jaw traps are recommended for moles, while two-pronged pincher traps are effective for gophers, according to Sanchez. oregonlive, 16 May 2022 While on vacation, Michelle the penny-pincher, who is concerned about every dollar spent, puts away her money worries and relaxes poolside with a virgin piña colada. Washington Post, 6 May 2022 Not every billionaire has been a pandemic penny pincher, though. Hank Tucker, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2021 Aquarists put the fish food in pincher mechanisms — a little like litter pickers — and lower the pieces individually. Dewayne Bevil, orlandosentinel.com, 8 July 2021 The robot’s insertion head is mounted on a globally accurate, 400x400x150 mm travel, 10-µm three-axis stage and holds a needle-pincher assembly. Alex Zhavoronkov, Forbes, 17 June 2021 Who would have ever imagined that working for a penny pincher like Frank McCourt would be a plus? Dylan Hernández Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2021 The seats in the new car are single-piece pinchers like the ones that left a bruise on my thigh in 1996. Tony Quiroga, Car and Driver, 27 Mar. 2020 And for the penny pinchers, retail electricity providers have plans that sound discounted. L.m. Sixel, Houston Chronicle, 3 Mar. 2020 See More

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

pincher

noun

as in thief
one who steals the pincher of the stolen electronics was caught by the police trying to sell them

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • thief
  • robber
  • stealer
  • burglar
  • kidnapper
  • purloiner
  • pilferer
  • bandit
  • pirate
  • housebreaker
  • klepto
  • larcenist
  • smuggler
  • kleptomaniac
  • picklock
  • grafter
  • embezzler
  • safecracker
  • cracksman
  • pillager
  • pickpocket
  • abductor
  • looter
  • rustler
  • cutpurse
  • footpad
  • kidnaper
  • cat burglar
  • shoplifter
  • plunderer
  • highwayman
  • skyjacker
  • dip
  • ravisher
  • hijacker
  • sneak thief
  • carjacker
  • poacher
  • ransacker
  • despoiler
  • mugger
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