a person or thing that nips.

Usually, nippers. a device for nipping, as pincers or forceps.

one of the two large claws of a crustacean.

Metalworking . dog ( def. 13 ) .

nippers, Older Slang . handcuffs.

Informal .

a small boy.

Chiefly British . a costermonger's helper or assistant.

Nautical . a short rope for seizing an anchor cable to a messenger from a capstan.

noun

biter , boy , child , lad , youngster