Word: SHED
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Definition of SHED
- To part, separate or divide.
"A metal comb shed her golden hair."
- To part with, separate from, leave off; cast off, let fall, be divested of.
"When we found the snake, it was in the process of shedding its skin."
- To pour; to make flow.
- An area between upper and lower warp yarns through which the weft is woven.
- A distinction or dividing-line.
- A parting in the hair.
- A slight or temporary structure built to shade or shelter something; a structure usually open in front; an outbuilding; a hut.
"a wagon shed; a wood shed; a garden shed"
- A large temporary open structure for reception of goods.
- An automobile which is old, worn-out, slow, or otherwise of poor quality.
- To place or allocate a vehicle, such as a locomotive, in or to a depot or shed.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "shed" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "shed" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SHED a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SHED worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SHED? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SHED:
- # the shed effect
- # master of shed
- # playing with shed
- # in terms of shed
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