For Forceps we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Baby, Hunting, Medical and Pregnancy.

Forceps (Baby)

a device that looks like two large spoons; it may be placed around the baby's head to help guide it out of the birth canal during childbirth

Forceps (Hunting)

A pliers-like tool that locks closed. It is often used for crimping barbs on hooks and for removing flies from the mouths of fish; also called "hemostats."

Forceps (Medical)

Instruments resembling tweezers that are used to handle objects or tissue during surgery

Forceps (Pregnancy)

An obstetrical instrument that fits around the baby’s head to guide the baby’s head through the birth canal is called forceps and is used during delivery and is only occasionally used.

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