shears

shearsPinking shears for cutting fabric.

shears, any of numerous large or large-bladed scissors, usually designed for cutting specific materials. See scissors.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.
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Article Title: shears
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 14 August 2008
Access Date: February 23, 2025