shed

/ʃˈɛd/

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Definitions

Adjective
shed at an early stage of development; "most amphibians have caducous gills"; "the caducous calyx of a poppy"
Noun
an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage
Verb
get rid of; "he shed his image as a pushy boss"; "shed your clothes"
Verb
pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities; "shed tears"; "spill blood"; "God shed His grace on Thee"
Verb
cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over; "spill the beans all over the table"
Verb
cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; "our dog sheds every Spring"