Shear and Shears

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Shear noun - A large edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it.

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Shears is a synonym for shear. In some cases you can use "Shears" instead a noun "Shear".

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Shears noun - Large scissors with strong blades.

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Shear is a synonym for shears. You can use "Shear" instead the word "Shears" as a noun or a verb.

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