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scissors Synonyms

Another word for scissors

Choosing another word for scissors depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A hand-operated cutting instrument consisting of two pivoted blades that slide against each other, typically used for cutting paper, cloth, or hair.

Usage Example

"She used a sharp pair of shears to cut the wrapping paper cleanly."

Strong
shears
clippers
snips

• noun (Context 2)

An athletic hold, jump, or movement in sports such as wrestling and gymnastics, in which the legs are crossed or wrapped tightly around an opponent or object, resembling the blades of the cutting tool.

Usage Example

"The wrestler secured a tight scissor hold on his opponent's torso to maintain control on the mat."

Strongest
scissor hold

• Nearby Words

scintillating
scion
scissor
scissors
scissortail
scoff
scoffer

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Scissors. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/scissors
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