Synonyms for

Shearing

Verb / ˈʃɪrɪŋ / Another word for shearing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of cutting or clipping something, especially hair, wool, or crops.

Synonyms & similar words

fleece shear trimming clipping cutting cropping shaving pruning snipping paring mowing harvesting reaping gathering collecting harvest crop wool-cutting wool-harvesting wool-gathering wool-clip wool-shave

Example sentences

  1. I took my sheep to the farm for shearing.
  2. The barber is shearing the man's hair.
  3. The farmer is shearing the wool off the sheep.
  4. Shearing the hedges in the garden makes them look neat.
  5. During shearing season, the wool is collected for processing.

Quotes

  • "Shearing is caring." - Unknown
  • "Shearing a sheep does not make it a lamb." - Unknown
  • "Shearing is like a spa day for sheep." - Edward Hall

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