scissor

1 of 2

noun

scis·​sor ˈsi-zər 

: scissors

scissor

2 of 2

verb

scissored; scissoring ˈsi-zə-riŋ 

ˈsiz-riŋ

transitive verb

: to cut, cut up, or cut off with scissors or shears

scissored the paper into strips

Examples of scissor in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Magny is clinging to his ranking in the welterweight division by a thread, and Prates looks like the guy with the scissors. —Brian Mazique, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024

Then, carefully make multiple diagonal cuts across the bottom half of the tie using strong scissors, like wire cutters. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024

Verb

Stafford twisted free of an unblocked defender rushing up the middle, ducked under a second would-be tackler, then scissored his legs like a high-stepping Houdini an instant before finding the star receiver with a seven-yard scoring pass. —Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024

Introducing Lotus Theory 1 Design and materials The minimalist three-seater EV looks striking from every angle, especially when the doors scissor upwards and backwards to let you in. —New Atlas, 18 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Verb

circa 1625, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing scissor

• scissor-tailed flycatcher

Kids Definition

scissor

1 of 2 noun

scis·​sor ˈsiz-ər 

: scissors

scissor

2 of 2 verb

scissored; scissoring -(ə-)riŋ 

: to cut with scissors or shears

scissored the paper into strips