needle holder en · NOUN
Meanings
- A specialized form of forceps, featuring very small jaws and often a locking ratchet mechanism, used to hold the needle of a suture.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| needle holders | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
needle forceps · needle driver
Translations (3)
fr porte-aiguille (a type of tool for holding surgical needles) · ru иглодержатель (a type of tool for holding surgical needles) · az iynətutan (a type of tool for holding surgical needles)