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The Clue
Sheep farmer's need (8 letter answer)
The Answer
CLIPPERS
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Notes
The answer CLIPPERS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2900 puzzles.
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Definition
CLIPPER as a noun:
1. (limiter, clipper) = (electronics) an nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform (to clip off the peaks of a waveform); "a limiter introduces amplitude distortion"
2. (clipper, clipper ship) = a fast sailing ship used in former times
3. shears for cutting grass or shrubbery (often used in the plural)
4. scissors for cutting hair or finger nails (often used in the plural)