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Definitions for "sheer":

1. Adjective:

- Completely transparent or clear, allowing light to pass through.

- Example sentence: The sheer curtains let in just the right amount of sunlight.

- Related products:

- Sheer Curtains

2. Adjective:

- Used to emphasize the size, degree, or intensity of something.

- Example sentence: Her sheer determination led her to success against all odds.

- Related products:

- Sheer Determination

3. Adjective:

- Very thin, fine, or delicate in texture or appearance.

- Example sentence: The dress was made of sheer silk fabric, making it look ethereal.

- Related products:

- Sheer Silk Dress

4. Noun:

- A very thin fabric, often used for curtains or clothing.

- Example sentence: The tailor recommended using sheer for the wedding gown's sleeves.

- Related products:

- Sheer Fabric

5. Verb (intransitive):

- To change direction abruptly; swerve.

- Example sentence: The car sheered off the road and crashed into a tree.

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- N/A

6. Verb (transitive):

- To cut or remove a thin layer or portion from something.

- Example sentence: He sheered off a small piece from the block of cheese.

- Related products:

- Sheer Cheese Cutter