Meaning of the word shearing in English
What does shearing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
shearing
US /ˈʃɪr.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈʃɪə.rɪŋ/
Noun
1.
the act of cutting off the wool from a sheep or other animal
Example:
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The annual sheep shearing festival attracts many visitors.
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Modern shearing techniques are more efficient and less stressful for the animals.
2.
the deformation of a material in which parallel internal surfaces slide past one another
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The bridge collapsed due to excessive shearing forces.
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Engineers must consider shearing stress when designing structures.