Shears Definition

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noun
A pair of scissors, typically a large pair.
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Any of a number of cutting tools with two pivoted, opposing blades, typically one used as in gardening for pruning or trimming.
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Any of several large tools or machines used to cut metal, etc. by the scissors action of two opposed cutting edges.
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A device used in hoisting, consisting of two or more guyed poles or legs spread at the base and joined at the top to hold hoisting tackle.
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Plural form of shear.

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verb

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of shear.

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Shears Sentence Examples

  • Men do cut sheep's wool off with large shears, and send it to the mill.

  • In Australia, a robot that shears sheep.

  • Shears come in many sizes and are designed to perform a specific type of cut.

  • You can cut most carpet tile with a pair of shears or a utility knife.

  • They must be kept trimmed in or clipped, especially in their earlier stages; trimming with the knife is much to be preferred to clipping with shears.

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Words Starting With

SSHSHE

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SRSARS

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