Scissor

/ˈsɪzər/ verb

Definition

To cut something with scissors, or to move legs in a crossing motion like opening and closing scissor blades.

Etymology

From Old French 'cisoire,' from Latin 'cisoria' (cutting implements). The noun came first; the verb developed from the tool's action.

Kelly Says

Scissors are one of humanity's oldest tools—the first metal scissors appeared in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia around 3000 BCE, yet the design is so perfect it barely changed.

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