(physics) a deformation of an object in which parallel planes remain parallel but are shifted in a direction parallel to themselves

a large edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it

cut with shears

shear the wool from

cut or cut through with shears

become deformed by forces tending to produce a shearing strain

having the hair or wool cut or clipped off as if with shears or clippers

(used especially of fur or wool) shaped or finished by cutting or trimming to a uniform length

Scottish ballet dancer and actress (born in 1926)

a workman who uses shears to cut leather or metal or textiles

a skilled worker who shears the wool off of sheep or other animals

removing by cutting off or clipping

large scissors with strong blades

long-winged oceanic bird that in flight skims close to the waves