Scissors/ˈsɪzərz/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Tool Plurality Remember 'scissors' is always plural, even referring to one item. I need scissors to wrap this gift. Pro Tip 2/3Physical Action Scissors involve a physical, squeezing action of the fingers. Use your thumb and middle finger to move the scissors. Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use Scissors can be a metaphor for cutting something out of your life. She took scissors to her bad habits.