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Yes, the word sheer is a noun, a singular common noun. The noun sheer is a word for:
- a very fine or diaphanous fabric
- a sudden change of course; an abrupt turn
- the fore-and-aft curvature from bow to stern of a ship's deck as shown in side elevation
The word sheer is a verb: to swerve or change course quickly.
The word sheer is an adverb: something that rises or falls sheer; perpendicularly.
The word sheer is an adjective: emphasizing the amount or degree of something; diaphanous pure; extremely steep.
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When do you use the word sheer?
It depends on which form you are thinking of. There are many ways to use the word "sheer". "Sheer" can mean: Transparent/translucent/thin- sheer fabric. Pure/raw- sheer rock. Vertically steep- sheer cliffs (also sheer drop) Complete/absolute- sheer nonsense. (Warning! Do NOT confuse "sheer" with "shear")
What is the difference between shear and sheer?
The verb shear means to cut or clip. As a noun, shear refers to the act, process, or fact of cutting or clipping.The adjective sheer means fine, transparent, or complete. As an adverb, sheer means completely or altogether.Examples:Few people these days know the proper way to shear a sheep.Jerry wore a sheer linen shirt with frilly lace cuffs."English usage is sometimes more than mere taste, judgment and education--sometimes it's sheer luck, like getting across the street." (E.B. White)
What is a sentence with sheer in it?
That is a very sheer dress.
How do you use sheer in a sentence?
"It was sheer luck that I won the game."? does that work??
What does sheer beauty mean?
Sheer refers to a fabric that you can see through.
Is shear an adjective?
No, it is not. Shear can be a verb (to cut, remove wool, or to apply force at an angle) or a noun (cutting tool, shearing force). It can, however, be a noun adjunct in terms such as shear strain. *Not to be confused with the homophone "sheer" - adjective meaning transparent.
What is a sentence for Sheer and shear?
My mom made a Sheer dress
When was Sheer Networks created?
Sheer Networks was created in 1999.
When was Sheer Sound created?
Sheer Sound was created in 1994.
When was Sheer Terror created?
Sheer Terror was created in 1984.
When was Gordon Sheer born?
Gordon Sheer was born in 1971.
Is sheer foundation makeup?
Yes Sheer foundation is makeup
