/ʃiːr.nɪs/ SHEER-nis

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being sheer; transparency or clarity.

“The sheerness of the fabric allowed for an unobstructed view of the city skyline.”

2. noun

A place where a river or stream meets the sea, especially one where the tide flows over a shallow beach.

“The sheerness at the mouth of the river provided a unique habitat for migratory birds.”