To remove the fleece from a sheep etc. by clipping.
To deform because of forces pushing in opposite directions.
To make a vertical cut in coal.
To cut, originally with a sword or other bladed weapon, now usually with shears, or as if using shears.
To 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.
To cut the hair of (a person).
To deprive of property; to fleece.
To reap, as grain.
To change in direction or speed.
A large machine use for cutting sheet metal.
The act of shearing, or something removed by shearing.
Wind shear, or an instance thereof.
A 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.
The response of a rock to deformation usually by compressive stress, resulting in particular textures.
A cutting tool similar to scissors, but often larger.
Forces that push in opposite directions.
To use a swab on something, or clean something with a swab.
A sailor; a swabby.
A naval officer's epaulet.
A small piece of soft, absorbent material, such as gauze, used to clean wounds, apply medicine, or take samples of body fluids. Often attached to a stick or wire to aid access.
A mop, especially on a ship.
A piece of material used for cleaning or sampling other items like musical instruments or guns.
A sample taken with a swab (piece of absorbent material).