We found 3 definitions of vises from 2 different sources.
NounPlural: vises |
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vise - a holding device attached to a workbench; has two jaws to hold workpiece firmly in place | ||
bench vise | ||
holding device a device for holding something | ||
jaw holding device consisting of one or both of the opposing parts of a tool that close to hold an object | ||
machinist's vise, metalworking vise a vise with two parallel iron jaws and a wide opening below |