shed

/ʃˈɛd/

/ˈʃɛd/

[verb] [noun] [adjective]

to shed

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers

synonyms : exuviate

molt

moult

slough

to get rid of something that is not wanted or needed anymore

synonyms : cast

to accidentally release or spill a liquid or substance in a sudden and uncontrolled manner

synonyms : pour forth

spill

cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over

synonyms : disgorge

spill

Shed

[NOUN]

a simple and small cottage-like building that is built to store things or shelter animals

an industrial building in which pieces of equipment or machinery are kept

shed

[ADJECTIVE]

shed at an early stage of development

synonyms : caducous

antonyms : persistent

Examples

1. The snake shed its old skin to grow a new one.

2. No one could shed any light on the mysterious car accident.

3. David built us a shed in the back yard.

4. I see you think of yourself as the sharpest tool in the shed.

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