pair of nutcrackers
Nut-opening lever tool
A pair of nutcrackers is a hinged metal tool for cracking open hard-shelled nuts like walnuts or hazelnuts.
The "pair" refers to the two lever arms joined at a pivot, similar to a pair of scissors or pliers.
Hand me the nutcrackers—these walnuts won't crack themselves.
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