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shearing
This term describes a specific type of cutting or force where two surfaces slide against each other. In agricultural contexts, it refers to the removal of fleece, while in industrial settings, it describes the clean slicing of metal sheets. The term carries a connotation of precision and mechanical force rather than random cutting.
In physics and engineering, the word describes a specific type of stress. Unlike tension or compression, which pull or push a material, shearing involves parallel forces acting in opposite directions. This distinction is critical in structural analysis to explain why certain materials fail or slide under pressure.
Meanings
The process of cutting or slicing a material, such as metal, using a shearing machine or heavy blades.
Industrial shearing is essential for preparing steel sheets for fabrication.
Examples
It is finally time for the annual shearing of the sheep.
I wonder if the shearing process will take all day.
The workshop is loud because of the constant shearing of aluminum plates.
We need to calibrate the machine before starting the shearing operation.
The bolt snapped due to intense shearing forces during the earthquake.
Check the calculations for shearing strength before finalizing the bridge design.
The technician noticed a slight shearing effect in the layered composite material.