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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shear

/ʃɪər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does shear mean?

noun, verb

A tool used for cutting or separating materials by shearing action, or to cut or separate something using such a tool. To cut or separate something using a shearing action.

Example

"The gardener used a pair of shears to trim the overgrown branches."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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