/ʃɪə(ɹ)/
noun
A cutting tool similar to scissors, but often larger.The act of shearing, or something removed by shearing.Forces that push in opposite directions.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.The response of a rock to deformation usually by compressive stress, resulting in particular textures.verb
To cut, originally with a sword or other bladed weapon, now usually with shears, or as if using shears.To remove the fleece from a sheep etc by clipping.To deform because of forces pushing in opposite directions.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.To make a vertical cut in the coal.To reap, as grain.To deprive of property; to fleece.