Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shearer
noun
/ˈʃɪə.rər/
Definition
a person or machine that shears, typically referring to the act of cutting the wool from sheep.
Examples
- The shearer worked efficiently to harvest the wool from the sheep.
- A skilled shearer can process several sheep in just one hour.
- Shearers play a vital role in the sheep farming industry, ensuring the animals are comfortable and healthy.
Meaning
A shearer is usually associated with sheep farming, where they remove the fleece, or wool, from sheep with special tools.
Synonyms
- wool cutter
- clipper
- trimmer
