Definitions for shed

Definitions for (noun) shed

Main entry: shed

Definition: an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage


Definitions for (verb) shed

Main entry: slough, shed, exuviate, molt, moult

Definition: cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers

Usage: our dog sheds every Spring


Main entry: shake off, shed, drop, cast, cast off, throw, throw away, throw off

Definition: get rid of

Usage: he shed his image as a pushy boss; shed your clothes


Main entry: spill, shed, disgorge

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

Usage: spill the beans all over the table


Main entry: pour forth, shed, spill

Definition: pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities

Usage: shed tears; spill blood; God shed His grace on Thee


Definitions for (adj) shed

Main entry: shed, caducous

Definition: shed at an early stage of development

Usage: most amphibians have caducous gills; the caducous calyx of a poppy


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