Meaning of the word tong in English

What does tong mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tong

US /tɑːŋ/
UK /tɒŋ/

Noun

an instrument with two movable arms that are joined at one end, used for picking up and holding things

Example:
She used a pair of tongs to serve the salad.
The blacksmith used heavy tongs to hold the hot metal.