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pincher

noun pinch·er \ˈpin-chər\

Definition of PINCHER

1
:  one that pinches
2
plural :  pincers
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First Known Use of PINCHER

15th century

Related to PINCHER

Synonyms
larcenist, thief, purloiner, robber, stealer

Rhymes with PINCHER

clincher, flincher, lyncher, pincer, wincher

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3 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. pincher
  2. car pincher
  3. penny-pinching
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