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scissors
/ˈsɪzɚz/
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- singular
- a pair of scissors
- countability
- normally plural
1 · noun
A cutting tool with two blades that close against each other.
用相对开合的两个刀片剪东西的工具。
Use a pair of scissors; 把 is the Chinese measure word here.
The scissors are in the box.
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剪刀在盒子里。
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剪刀 — A cutting tool with two blades that close against each other.