1. capable of being cut or split easily
Usage: technical

Examples

• The scissile rock formation split cleanly along its natural grain.
• Mica is a scissile mineral that can be separated into thin sheets.
• The geologist identified the scissile layers in the sedimentary deposit.
• Paper is scissile and tears easily along the perforated line.
• The scissile nature of the material made it ideal for crafting.
• Wood becomes more scissile when cut along the grain rather than against it.