Shedding

/ˈʃɛd.ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of losing or discarding something.

The shedding of leaves in autumn creates a beautiful landscape.

The process by which an animal loses its feathers, fur, or skin.

The periodic shedding of snakeskin is a natural part of their growth.

verb

To lose or to let fall something, such as hair or leaves.

The dog is shedding its fur all over the house.

To discard or get rid of something that is no longer needed.

The company is shedding excess staff to cut costs.

To cause to fall away or to be expelled.

The tree is shedding its leaves in preparation for winter.

From Old English 'sceadian', meaning 'to separate or divide'.

shedding light

To clarify or explain something.

shedding skin

To undergo a transformation or change.

shedding tears

To cry or show emotion.

shed

A structure used for storage or as a workspace.

slough

To shed or remove, often used in the context of skin.

To let go of something emotionally.

She’s shedding her past and moving forward.

To get rid of unneeded items.

I'm shedding my old clothes ahead of the move.