Pliers and Tongs

Pliers noun - A gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws.

Tongs is a synonym for pliers in forceps topic. In some cases you can use "Tongs" instead a noun "Pliers", when it comes to topics like tweezers, grippers.

Tongs noun - Any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below.

Pliers is a synonym for tongs in forceps topic. You can use "Pliers" instead a noun "Tongs", if it concerns topics such as tweezers, grippers.