SHEAR
/ʃɪə(ɹ)/
5-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 7 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of SHEAR
noun
- A cutting tool similar to scissors, but often larger.
- The act of shearing, or something removed by shearing.
verb
- To cut, originally with a sword or other bladed weapon, now usually with shears, or as if using shears.
- To remove the fleece from a sheep etc by clipping.
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Anagrams of SHEAR
hares8
hears8
rheas8
share8
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About the word SHEAR
Is "SHEAR" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "SHEAR" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "SHEAR" worth?
In Scrabble, "SHEAR" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 7 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "SHEAR" mean?
A cutting tool similar to scissors, but often larger.
What are the anagrams of "SHEAR"?
4 anagrams can be formed using the same letters as SHEAR: HARES, HEARS, RHEAS, SHARE.