Shed

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɛd/

Shed (verb)

  1. To let something fall off, like leaves or hair.
  2. To remove or throw away something unwanted.
  3. To allow light to pass through or spread.

Examples

  • The tree will shed its leaves in autumn.
  • Cats often shed hair in the spring.

Common collocations: shed leaves, shed hair, shed weight, shed light, shed light

Shed (noun)

  1. A small building used for storing tools or equipment.

Examples

  • He keeps his tools in the garden shed.
  • The shed is full of old furniture.

Synonyms of Shed

Neutral

Antonyms of Shed

  • when referring to keeping or holding onto something