pinch bar
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of pinch bar
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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Jim, I think, had an ax handle and Bob a little pinch bar.
From The Story of Cole Younger, by Himself by Younger, Cole
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 crashed to the floor plates an inert heap and the Earth man recovered the pinch bar.
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
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
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