Gardener's scissors (9)

I believe the answer is:

secateurs

(Other definitions for secateurs that I've seen before include "Pruning tool" , "Clippers used for pruning plants" , "Small pruning shears" , "Gardener's tool" , "They make cuts" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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