English

shed

ʃed, ʃɛd
Meaning: to lose a covering naturally (leaves, skin, hair); to cast off
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ʃɛd

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base shed
3rd person singular present sheds
Present participle shedding
Past shedded
Will future will shed
Going-to future going to shed
Imperative negative don't shed / do not shed

Example

The trees shed their leaves in autumn.
The trees shed their leaves in autumn.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for natural processes where an organism loses a outer layer or part. Can also mean to get rid of something unwanted, like jobs or inhibitions.

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