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Scissors
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Definitions
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Objects · Tools
Common
Represents a pair of scissors, used to indicate cutting, trimming, editing, or removing something. Often used in contexts related to hairstyling, crafting, or editing content.
Commonly used when discussing haircuts, DIY projects, or when suggesting removing/editing something.
Finally getting my hair done tomorrow! ✂️
Social media post
I need to ✂️ this video down before posting it.
Content creation discussion
In digital communication, often symbolizes editing or removing content, particularly in social media and texting.
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Actions · Removal
Common
Metaphorically represents cutting ties, ending relationships, or removing someone from your life. Can indicate a clean break or separation.
Used in discussions about ending relationships or removing negative influences.
Had to ✂️ some toxic people out of my life this year.
Personal social media post
The cutting action symbolizes finality and decisiveness, particularly in relationship contexts.
Cultural Context
The scissors emoji often functions as a verb in digital communication, with users placing it where they would use words like 'cut,' 'edit,' or 'remove.'
Represents finality in decision-making, especially regarding relationships. The cutting action symbolizes a clean, decisive break.
In early computing, scissors represented the 'cut' function, making this emoji one of the few that maintained its meaning from early GUI interfaces to emoji sets.
Regional Variations
United Kingdom
Similar to US usage but with greater prevalence in crafting communities and sewing circles.
United States
Often used in craft, DIY, and beauty contexts. The scissors emoji frequently appears in hair salon social media marketing.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Primarily used in literal contexts like crafting, sewing, and household tasks. Less likely to use metaphorically.
Gen_Z: Often used in TikTok and Instagram to indicate 'cutting out' toxic people or editing content. Sometimes used ironically in memes.
Older: Limited usage, mainly in practical contexts. Often used when discussing traditional crafts or household activities.
Millennials: Commonly used for practical purposes like haircuts, DIY projects, and metaphorically for removing negativity from life.
Common Combinations
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Haircut or hairstyling services
Used by salons, barbers, and individuals discussing haircuts
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Editing text or content
Used in professional or educational contexts to indicate revision
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Sewing, tailoring, or crafting activities
Popular in crafting communities and DIY project discussions