a. Obs.–1 [f. L. forcip- FORCEPS + -AL.] Of the nature of a forceps.
1658. Sir T. Browne, The Garden of Cyrus, ii. 43. Mechanicks make use hereof in forcipal Organs, and Instruments of incision wherein who can but magnifie the power of decussation, inservient to contrary ends, solution and consolidation, union and division.
