Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Shear.
How to pronounce shear:
US
Shear - as a noun
(physics) a deformation of an object in which parallel planes remain parallel but are shifted in a direction parallel to themselves
Example: "The shear changed the rectangle into a parallelogram"
A large edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it
Shear - as a verb
Cut with shears
Example: "Shear hedges"
Cut or cut through with shears
Example: "Shear the wool off the lamb"
Become deformed by forces tending to produce a shearing strain
Example Sentences
"The sheep need a shear before summer."
"The hairdresser used sharp shears to cut my hair."
"He lost the shears while gardening."
"The farmer bought a new shear for his farm equipment."
"The barber used electric shears to trim his beard."
Word Game Points
Is SHEAR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shear is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHEAR has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is SHEAR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shear is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHEAR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is SHEAR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shear is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHEAR has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
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