sheer
Definition
- v. cause to sheer
- adv. straight up or down without a break
- adv. directly
Word forms
- Past tense
- sheered
- Present participle
- sheering
- Third person singular
- sheers
- Past participle
- sheered
Example sentences
a.
The sheer cliffs rose straight up from the ocean, creating a breathtaking view.
vi.
The ship began to sheer off course when the storm hit.
vt.
The captain had to sheer the boat to avoid hitting the rocks.
adv.
She was sheer delighted by the surprise party her friends organized.
n.
The sudden sheer of the airplane surprised the passengers.