Definitions
1.nounA cutting tool similar to scissors, but often larger.
2.nounThe act of shearing, or something removed by shearing.
3.nounForces that push in opposite directions.
4.nounA 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.
5.nounThe response of a rock to deformation usually by compressive stress, resulting in particular textures.
6.verbTo cut, originally with a sword or other bladed weapon, now usually with shears, or as if using shears.
7.verbTo remove the fleece from a sheep etc by clipping.
8.verbTo deform because of forces pushing in opposite directions.
9.verbTo 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.
10.verbTo make a vertical cut in the coal.
11.verbTo reap, as grain.
12.verbTo deprive of property; to fleece.