Definition of shed

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • shed is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • shed is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • shed is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 7

Definition of shed


  • cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers (verb)

    Examples

    1. our dog sheds every Spring

    Synonyms

    1. exuviate
    2. molt
    3. moult
    4. slough
  • pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities (verb)

    Examples

    1. shed tears
    2. God shed His grace on Thee

    Synonyms

    1. pour forth
    2. spill
  • cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. disgorge
    2. spill
  • get rid of (verb)

    Examples

    1. he shed his image as a pushy boss
    2. shed your clothes

    Synonyms

    1. cast
    2. cast off
    3. drop
    4. shake off
    5. throw
    6. throw away
    7. throw off
  • shed at an early stage of development (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. caducous
  • an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage (noun)

See definition of shed in Merriam Webster