The term 'clipped, as sheep' can be solved by the word 'SHORN', which is a past participle of the verb 'SHEAR'. Shearing is the process of removing the wool from a sheep's body, usually done annually. This process is necessary to keep the sheep healthy and to produce wool for clothing and other uses. The term 'clipped, as sheep' refers to the act of shearing, which is the process of removing the wool from a sheep's body.