scissors

🇬🇧 UK/ˈsɪzəz/🇺🇸 US/'sizәz/
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Definitions

n.

A cutting tool with two blades joined at a pivot, used for cutting paper, cloth, and other thin materials

剪刀

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
scissorsother
=scissors

Common Collocations

  • 1.a pair of scissors一把剪刀
  • 2.scissors and paste剪贴(拼凑)
  • 3.nail scissors指甲剪
  • 4.scissors kick剪式踢腿/剪刀腿

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She used scissors to cut the wrapping paper.

  • 2.

    Could you pass me the scissors? I need to cut this wrapping paper.

  • 3.

    A good pair of scissors is essential in any sewing kit.

  • 4.

    The gymnast performed a perfect scissors move on the pommel horse.

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