Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Scissors.
How to pronounce scissors:
UK
US
Scissors - as a noun
An edge tool having two crossed pivoting blades
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pair of scissorsHypernyms (Closely Related)
compound leveredge toolHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A wrestling hold in which you wrap your legs around the opponents body or head and put your feet together and squeeze
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scissor gripscissor holdscissors gripscissors holdA gymnastic exercise performed on the pommel horse when the gymnast moves his legs as the blades of scissors move
Scissors - as a verb
To cut using, or as if using, scissors.
To excise or expunge something from a text.
Example: "The erroneous testimony was scissored from the record."
To reproduce (text) as an excerpt, copy.
To move something like a pair of scissors, especially the legs.
Example: "The runner scissored over the hurdles."
(sex) to engage in scissoring (tribadism), a sexual act in which two women intertwine their legs and rub their vulvas against each other.
To skate with one foot significantly in front of the other.
Example Sentences
"She used the scissors to cut the paper."
"My grandmother gave me a beautiful pair of scissors."
"The teacher demonstrated how to safely use the scissors."
"He accidentally dropped the scissors on the floor."
"The tailor carefully held the fabric while cutting with his scissors."
Word Game Points
Is SCISSORS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scissors is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCISSORS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is SCISSORS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scissors is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCISSORS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is SCISSORS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scissors is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCISSORS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
