Used attributively, especially in compounds such as “shed roof”, to describe something related to or resembling a shed, often referring to a single-sloped roof.

Synonyms

cast-off

discarded

dropped

shed (past participle sense)

cast

abandoned

shedpast participle

/ʃɛd/

Used attributively to denote something that has been spilled or let fall, especially liquids such as blood or tears.

Synonyms

cast off

shed (no change)

Definitions

shednoun

A simple roofed structure, typically made of wood or metal, used for storage or as a workshop.

He kept his gardening tools in the shed at the back of the garden.

A large building used for storing vehicles or machinery.

The old train shed was converted into a museum.

shedverb

To allow something to fall off or be removed naturally.

The snake will shed its skin as it grows.

To emit or radiate light.

The lamp shed a warm glow over the room.

To discard or get rid of something unwanted.

He decided to shed some of his old clothes before moving.

To cause tears or blood to flow.

She shed tears of joy at the news.

To make something clearer or reveal new information about it, usually used with the noun “light” followed by the prepositions “on” or “upon”.

The new evidence sheds light on how the accident happened.

shedadjective

Relating to or characteristic of a shed or having a single sloping surface (especially of a roof).

The cottage was built with a shed roof to prevent snow buildup.

shedpast participle

Having been shed, spilled, or let fall.

The memory of shed blood haunted the battlefield.