scissors
(sɪzəʳz )
language note: The form scissor is used as a modifier.
plural noun [oft a pair of NOUN] A2
Scissors are a small cutting tool with two sharp blades that are screwed together. You use scissors for cutting things such as paper and cloth.
He told me to get some scissors.
She picked up a pair of scissors from the windowsill.
Image of scissors
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Collocations:
use scissors
He learnt how to tie knots and to use scissors with either hand.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Trim the shallot ends, use scissors to cut down the leathery skin, then carefully peel to remove from the soft shallots.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
The pattern is pinned to the fabric and then cut round using scissors.
Technology Basic Facts (1990)
Translations:
Chinese: 剪刀
Japanese: はさみ
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