单词 | forceps |
释义 | Word Frequency forceps(ˈfɔːsɪps) nounWord forms: plural -ceps or -cipes (-sɪˌpiːz) 1. a. a surgical instrument in the form of a pair of pincers, used esp in the delivery of babies b. (as modifier) a forceps baby 2. any pincer-like instrument 3. any part or structure of an organism shaped like a forceps Derived forms forceps-like (ˈforceps-ˌlike) adjective Word origin C17: from Latin, from formus hot + capere to seize |
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