shadow
Pronunciation
/ˈʃæˌdoʊ/

Definition & Meaning of "shadow"in English

Shadow
01

a dark shape on a surface made by a person or object blocking the light

shadow definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
shadows
Examples
The shadow of the building loomed over the park.
02

an area that is not illuminated

Examples
The cave 's interior remained in shadow.
03

something perceived but lacking physical substance

Examples
Memories were mere shadows of the past.
04

protection or concealment from danger or observation

Examples
Witnesses acted in the shadow to avoid detection.
05

a mark or trace indicating something once present

Examples
The footprints were a shadow of someone who passed by.
06

a forewarning or sense of something adverse

Examples
The news cast a shadow over the celebration.
07

a person assigned to observe another and report their movements

Examples
The diplomat was followed by a shadow.
08

a companion who is always present and never leaves one's side

Examples
Throughout his travels, his dog was a constant shadow.
09

a dominating, pervasive presence that influences or controls

Examples
The shadow of the past affected every decision.
to shadow
01

to secretly track or follow someone, typically without their awareness

Transitive: to shadow sb
to shadow definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Movement verb
Regular
Present tense
shadow
3rd person singular
shadows
Present participle
shadowing
Past simple
shadowed
Past participle
shadowed
Examples
Detective Rodriguez decided to shadow the suspect throughout the day to gather more information.
02

to block or obstruct light, casting a darker area on a surface

Transitive: to shadow sth
Examples
As the sun set, the tall trees began to shadow the entire backyard.
03

to follow someone closely in order to observe and learn from them, often by copying their actions, behavior, or techniques

Transitive: to shadow sb
Examples
The intern was assigned to shadow the senior manager to learn the ropes of the new project.
shadow
01

referring to opposition politicians who would become ministers if their party won

Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
relational
ungradable
Examples
The shadow Chancellor criticized the government's budget.
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