Definition of Pipe tong

1. Noun. A tool that uses scissors action to exert pressure on a pipe or other cylindrical object in order to lift or handle the object. Normally used with a crane or other power equipment. ¹

2. Noun. A hand tool consisting of a lever that ends in a toothed surface and an attached chain or strap. In use, the pipe is squeezed between the chain and the teeth, thus gripping the pipe. This version is used more for threading pipe sections together. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pipe Tong

pipe cutter
pipe down
pipe dream
pipe dreams
pipe fitter
pipe fitting
pipe in
pipe major
pipe of peace
pipe organ
pipe organs
pipe rack
pipe smoker
pipe snake
pipe stem cirrhosis
pipe tong (current term)
pipe tongs
pipe union
pipe up
pipe vine
pipe vise
pipe wrench
pipe wrenches
pipeage
pipeages
pipebomb
pipebombs
pipeclay
pipeclayed
pipeclaying

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