Multiple choice softskills communication

what is the origin of the word "scissors"?

  1. English "cease"

  2. Latin "caesar"

  3. Latin "cisoria"

  4. Latin "scindere"
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Explanation

Scissors derives from Latin 'cisoria' (cutting tool), related to 'caedere' (to cut). 'Scindere' means to split or divide, which is related but 'cisoria' is the more direct etymological ancestor. English 'cease' is completely unrelated, and 'caesar' (though also from Latin) has no connection to cutting instruments.

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