Definition

A tool used for cutting and trimming plants, especially for pruning branches and stems.

Example

She used her secateurs to trim the rose bushes in her garden.

Conversation

I finally bought a new secateur for my garden.

That's awesome! A good pair of secateurs makes a big difference.

Yeah, I can't wait to start pruning my roses with it.

You'll love how easy it is to trim them back perfectly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Secateur** → The word comes from the French *sécateur*, which is derived from the Latin *secare* (meaning to cut). A secateur is a tool specifically designed for cutting plants or branches.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tool that is meant to 'cut' ('secare') — that's why a secateur is used for cutting plants.

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