Collet
Collet noun - A cone-shaped chuck used for holding cylindrical pieces in a lathe.
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Tongs and collet are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tongs" instead a noun "Collet".
Nearby Words: collar, Collette
Tongs
Tongs noun - Any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below.
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