Shedding Meaning in English
word · lemma: shed
Definition
Shedding means something is falling off or being released, such as hair, leaves, skin, or tears. It's often used for animals losing fur, plants losing leaves, or people crying.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for pets ('the dog is shedding'), trees, or skin. Common collocations: 'shedding fur,' 'shedding light,' 'shedding leaves.' In formal/agricultural science, describes natural biological processes. Do not confuse with 'shading' (providing shadow) or the verb 'shed' (to drop or lose something).
Example Sentences
The dog is shedding a lot of fur this spring.
basic
Trees start shedding their leaves in autumn.
basic
Snakes go through shedding to remove old skin.
basic
My cat has been shedding nonstop lately—there's fur everywhere!
natural
He's been shedding a few tears during the sad movie.
natural
After shedding so much skin from my sunburn, my arm feels brand new.
natural