Scissors

/ˈsɪz.ərz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A hand-operated cutting instrument consisting of two blades that pivot at a central point.

She used a pair of scissors to cut the paper into smaller pieces.

A tool used for cutting various materials, typically consisting of two sharpened blades.

The tailor reached for the scissors to trim the fabric.

An action or motion resembling the use of scissors, often referring to a specific type of maneuver or technique in sports or exercises.

The gymnast executed a perfect scissor kick while performing on the uneven bars.

Middle English, from Old French 'cisoires', from Latin 'cisoria', meaning 'cutting instrument'.

cut with scissors:

To use scissors to sever or trim material.

scissors paper rock:

A hand game used as a decision-making tool.

To cut off or remove (as in a haircut).

I'm going to scissors my hair for a new look.

To disrupt or end a conversation or situation rapidly.

That topic was getting boring, so I decided to scissors it.