Shearer: meaning, definitions and examples

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shearer

 

[ หˆสƒษชษ™rษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal husbandry

A shearer is a person who shears the fleece of sheep or other animals, usually as part of the wool harvesting process. This is a skilled trade requiring knowledge of animal handling and shearer techniques to ensure both the quality of the fleece and the safety of the animals. Shearers typically work during lambing season when the fleece is at its fullest. The process can be labor-intensive and requires physical strength and precision to avoid injuring the animal or damaging the wool.

Synonyms

sheep shearer, wool cutter, wool shearer

Examples of usage

  • The shearer expertly removed the fleece from the sheep.
  • Shearers play a crucial role in the wool industry.
  • Competitions are held to find the fastest shearer.
  • Proper training is essential for becoming a successful shearer.

Translations

Translations of the word "shearer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tosquiador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŠเคจ เค•เคพเคŸเคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schรคfer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penggembala

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ั€ะธะณัƒะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ shearer

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใ‚งใ‚ขใƒฉใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tondeur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ shearer

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท koyun yรผnรผ kesici

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์–‘ํ„ธ ๊นŽ๋Š” ์‚ฌ๋žŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู„ุงู‚ ุงู„ุตูˆู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stล™ihaฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ strihaฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‰ช็พŠๆฏ›็š„ไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ shearer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ snyrti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฏะฝ ะบะตััƒัˆั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qoyun kษ™sษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ shearer

Etymology

The term 'shearer' originates from the Old English word 'scear(e)re,' which comes from 'scear,' meaning to cut or shear. It has been used for centuries to describe individuals who shear sheep and remove their wool. The practice dates back to ancient agricultural societies where wool was a significant commodity. As the demand for wool grew, especially during the Middle Ages, the role of shearers became increasingly important. In various cultures, shearers developed specific techniques that improved both the speed and the quality of wool production. Today, shearers are recognized for their craftsmanship, and shearer competitions are held in many countries to showcase these skills. The profession has evolved, with modern shearers using advanced tools and techniques to enhance efficiency and animal welfare.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,252 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.