We have spotted SHEARS (6 Letters) a total of 10 times in our database. Below you may see the clues associated with SHEARS and also when and where was it last seen:
Definition
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A cutting instrument. |
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An instrument consisting of two blades, commonly with bevel
edges, connected by a pivot, and working on both sides of the material
to be cut, -- used for cutting cloth and other substances. |
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A similar instrument the blades of which are extensions of
a curved spring, -- used for shearing sheep or skins. |
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A shearing machine; a blade, or a set of blades, working
against a resisting edge. |
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Anything in the form of shears. |
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A pair of wings. |
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An apparatus for raising heavy weights, and especially for
stepping and unstepping the lower masts of ships. It consists of two or
more spars or pieces of timber, fastened together near the top,
steadied by a guy or guys, and furnished with the necessary tackle. |
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The bedpiece of a machine tool, upon which a table or slide
rest is secured; as, the shears of a lathe or planer. See Illust. under
Lathe. |
Referring crossword puzzle clues
Usage among publishers:
- Universal: Jul 1, 2024
- Thomas Joseph: Jun 24, 2024
- LA Times: Mar 20, 2024
- LA Times: Nov 19, 2023
- USA Today: May 9, 2023
- LA Times: Apr 30, 2023
- Thomas Joseph: Mar 30, 2023
- LA Times: Feb 17, 2023
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