What is the alternate term for diagonal cutting pliers?

The term "flush cutters" is commonly used to refer to diagonal cutting pliers because both tools are designed for cutting wire and other materials flush to a surface. Flush cutters have sharper angled edges which allow for a clean cut close to a work surface, making them particularly useful for tasks in electronics and jewelry making where precision is essential.

Other tools mentioned do not serve the same purpose. For example, needle nose pliers are designed primarily for gripping and manipulating small objects in tight spaces, while pump pliers and channel-locks are types of adjustable pliers, primarily used for gripping and turning nuts and bolts rather than cutting. Thus, flush cutters accurately reflect the functionality of diagonal cutting pliers.