scissors meaning and definition

SCISSORS noun

Definition of scissors (noun)

1. an edge tool having two crossed pivoting blades
   • synonyms: pair of scissors
2. a wrestling hold in which you wrap your legs around the opponents body or head and put your feet together and squeeze
   • synonyms: scissor grip, scissor hold, scissors grip, scissors hold
3. a gymnastic exercise performed on the pommel horse when the gymnast moves his legs as the blades of scissors move