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It is usually a very thin [[knits|knit]] and is used to make [[tights]], leggings and [[stockings]].
It is usually a very thin [[knits|knit]] and is used to make [[tights]], leggings and [[stockings]].
It is also used for effect in [[dancewear]] and [[lingerie]].
It is also used for effect in [[dancewear]] and [[lingerie]].
[[Image:Sheer_clothing.jpg|An example of sheer lingerie]]


When applied to [[ship]] design, '''sheer''' refers to an upward curve in the deck toward either end.
When applied to [[ship]] design, '''sheer''' refers to an upward curve in the deck toward either end.

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This article is about sheer clothing. For similar words, see shear, Shere, or sher.

When applied to fabric, the term sheer refers to semi-transparent and flimsy cloth.

It is usually a very thin knit and is used to make tights, leggings and stockings. It is also used for effect in dancewear and lingerie. An example of sheer lingerie

When applied to ship design, sheer refers to an upward curve in the deck toward either end.

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