SCISSORS
S cissors to hold pair of metal blades fastened at middle
C utting paper, cutting cloth, other materials
I nstrument so simple to make pieces
S hearing tools though hand operated.
S harpened edges pivoted at centre.
O pening and closing two blades by fingers
R ings at end allow thumb and finger to insert.
S liding against each other, blades move smooth.
11/14/20
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