Definition of "sheers" []

• Variant of shear. (noun)

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• "Here was originated Seaward's hoisting "sheers" with the traveling back leg, a modern example of which, 100 feet high, in iron, stands on the wharf."
• "Pantyhose sales, based on dollar amount, dipped 2.7 percent over the year, but Donna Karan's Volker says recent business of sheers is booming."
• "But if you're talking about a modern pair of textured tights, lace tights or seamed sheers with the added benefit of shapewear, you could be at the forefront of the next big thing, Bryant says."