shear
noun
- 1
A cutting tool similar to scissors, but often larger.
- 2
The act of shearing, or something removed by shearing.
- 3
Forces that push in opposite directions.
- 4
A transformation that displaces every point in a direction parallel to some given line by a distance proportional to the point’s distance from the line.
- 5
The response of a rock to deformation usually by compressive stress, resulting in particular textures.
Synonyms
verb
- 1
To cut, originally with a sword or other bladed weapon, now usually with shears, or as if using shears.
- 2
To remove the fleece from a sheep etc by clipping.
- 3
To deform because of forces pushing in opposite directions.
- 4
To transform by displacing every point in a direction parallel to some given line by a distance proportional to the point’s distance from the line.
- 5
To make a vertical cut in the coal.
- 6
To reap, as grain.
- 7
To deprive of property; to fleece.
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