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pinch bar

American  

noun

  1. a kind of crowbar or lever with a projection that serves as a fulcrum.

pinch bar British  

noun

  1. a crowbar with a lug formed on it to provide a fulcrum

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Etymology

Origin of pinch bar

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

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Druce gave him a short pinch bar and he levered out enough of the big blocks to make a hole large enough to let him through into the sewer.

From The Velvet Glove by Harrison, Harry

He held his breath and closed his eyes as he slammed the gate and wedged it with the pinch bar he still carried.

From The Copper-Clad World by Vincent, Harl

When he climbed back into the office he tried to look casual as he dropped the pinch bar to the floor by his feet and seated himself on the pile of rubble in the corner.

From The Velvet Glove by Harrison, Harry

Ulana, brave girl, ran alongside, swinging a pinch bar she had picked up, ready to help.

From The Copper-Clad World by Vincent, Harl

He crashed to the floor plates an inert heap and the Earth man recovered the pinch bar.

From The Copper-Clad World by Vincent, Harl

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