A machinist's vise is a tool used in metalworking and woodworking, but there are several synonyms that can refer to this type of vise. One popular alternative name is "engineer's vise," which emphasizes the precise mechanical work that is often performed using this tool. Other synonyms include "bench vise" or simply "metalworking vise," which are more general terms that can refer to any vise used by machinists or metalworkers. Some additional terms that might be used include "metalworking clamp," "machinist's clamp," or even just "vise grip," which can describe any type of heavy-duty grip used in metalworking or similar trades.
