shears

Thân thiện

The gardener uses shears to trim the hedge.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A cutting tool: "shears" refers to a large scissor-like tool with two strong, sharp blades pivoted together, used for cutting various materials.
   • A plural noun: The word "shears" is typically used in plural form to denote this single tool.

Usage

• "Shears" is used as a plural noun (e.g., ) to describe one tool. It is commonly used for tasks requiring more force or cutting capacity than ordinary scissors.
• It is often preceded by a descriptive word indicating its specific use.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The gardener used pruning shears to trim the rose bushes.
  • These fabric shears are very sharp and should be handled carefully.
  • Where are the kitchen shears? I need to cut open this package.

Advanced Usage

• "A pair of shears": A common phrase to specify one unit of the tool.
  • He bought a new pair of shears for the workshop.

Variants and Related Words

• Scissors (n): A smaller cutting instrument with two crossed blades, typically used for paper or light fabric.
• Clippers (n): A tool for cutting or trimming, often used for hair, nails, or hedges.
• Pruner (n): A type of shear specifically designed for cutting plant stems and small branches.

Synonyms

• Cutters: A general term for tools used for cutting.
• Snips: Small, often handheld shears for precise cutting.

Related Phrases

• Pinking shears (n): Shears with a serrated blade for cutting fabric to prevent fraying.
• Tin snips (n): Heavy-duty shears for cutting sheet metal.

Học thuật

Noun

1. large scissors with strong blades