Basque

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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A connection to haitz (stone) was formerly proposed but is now thought unlikely; see that entry for more.[1]

Noun

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aiztur inan

  1. (plural only) scissors, large shears
    Synonyms: artazi, guraize
  2. (dance) a jump in which the legs are crossed

Declension

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References

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  1. ^ aiztur” in Etymological Dictionary of Basque by R. L. Trask, sussex.ac.uk

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