Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Tongs.
How to pronounce tongs:
US
Tongs - as a noun
Any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pair of tongsHypernyms (Closely Related)
device12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Tongs - as a verb
To use tongs.
To grab, manipulate or transport something using tongs.
Example Sentences
"She used tongs to pick up the hot coal and place it in the barbecue."
"The chef used tongs to flip the steak on the grill."
"I reached for the salad with the salad tongs."
"He grabbed a pair of tongs to remove the toast from the toaster."
"The blacksmith used his tongs to handle the red-hot iron rod."
Word Game Points
Is TONGS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tongs is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TONGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is TONGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tongs is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTONGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is TONGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tongs is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTONGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
