shear
0 antonyms and opposites of shear, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To cut the wool off a sheep or similar animal.
How to use shear
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English sċieran, "to shear or shave," an ancient Germanic word related to "shore" and "shard" through a root meaning "to cut."
Full origin of shear →Frequently asked questions
What does “shear” mean?
The word “shear” means to cut the wool off a sheep or similar animal. In plain terms, to cut or clip something (classically, a sheep's wool), or the sideways force that causes materials to snap or slide apart.
How do you pronounce “shear”?
“Shear” is pronounced sheer (/ʃɪɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “shear” in a sentence?
Here is “shear” used in a sentence: “The farmer shears his flock every spring before the weather turns warm.”
What part of speech is “shear”?
Depending on how it is used, “shear” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “shear” come from?
The word “shear” comes from Old English. From Old English sċieran, "to shear or shave," an ancient Germanic word related to "shore" and "shard" through a root meaning "to cut.".
Is “shear” a common word?
“Shear” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “shear” have?
“Shear” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to cut the wool off a sheep or similar animal.