Forceps-like

Translation of "forceps-like" into Russian

Adjective

forceps-like

Used attributively and predicatively to describe something that resembles or functions like forceps.

The beetle has forceps-like mandibles that snap shut on its prey.

У жука щипцеобразные мандибулы, которые захлопываются на добыче.

Additional translations

Используется в медицинском контексте

Adverb

forceps-like

Used postpositively to modify verbs, indicating an action performed in a manner similar to the use of forceps.

щипцеобразно

The petals closed forceps-like around the central stamen.

Лепестки щипцеобразно сомкнулись вокруг центральной тычинки.

Additional translations

щипцово

Разговорно, редко

Adjective

Resembling or characteristic of forceps in shape, appearance, or function.

The beetle has forceps-like mandibles that snap shut on its prey.

Adverb

In a manner that resembles the action or use of forceps.

The petals closed forceps-like around the central stamen.