Scissor

Pronunciation: /sɪzər/

Definitions of scissor

noun a cutting instrument consisting of two blades joined together at one end

Example Sentences

A1 I use a scissor to cut paper.

A2 She accidentally dropped the scissor on the floor.

B1 The scissor needs to be sharpened before we can use it.

B2 The scissor blade was rusty and needed to be replaced.

C1 The tailor used a pair of precision scissors to cut the fabric.

C2 The surgeon carefully wielded the sterilized scissor during the operation.

verb to cut or clip with scissors

Example Sentences

A1 She scissored the paper carefully.

A2 He scissored the fabric to make a dress.

B1 The hairdresser scissored her hair into a stylish bob.

B2 The chef scissored the herbs finely for the sauce.

C1 The artist scissored intricate designs out of paper.

C2 The tailor scissored the fabric with precision for the custom suit.

Examples of scissor in a Sentence

formal The tailor used a pair of sharp scissors to cut the fabric precisely.

informal Can you pass me the scissors so I can trim this paper?

slang I always keep a pair of snazzy scissors in my pencil case.

figurative Her sharp wit was like a pair of scissors, cutting through the nonsense.

Grammatical Forms of scissor

• plural: scissors
• present tense: scissors
• future tense: will scissor
• perfect tense: have scissored
• continuous tense: is scissoring
• singular: scissor
• positive degree: more scissor
• infinitive: to scissor
• gerund: scissoring
• participle: scissored

Origin and Evolution of scissor

First Known Use: 1500 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'scissor' is derived from the Old French word 'cisoires' which originated from the Latin word 'cisoria' meaning cutting tool.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'scissor' has evolved to refer to a tool with two blades pivoted together for cutting various materials. The singular form 'scissor' is rarely used today, with 'scissors' being the more commonly used term.