shadow Definition and Meaning in English (shadow definition)

noun

Quick Answer • Definition

Shadow definition: A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

Definitions of Shadow

1noun
A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
2verb
To follow and observe someone closely and secretly.
3noun
A slight trace or remnant of something.

“The tall building cast a long shadow over the street.”

“The detective decided to shadow the suspect for a few days.”

“There was a shadow of doubt in his voice.”

past tenseshadowed

present participleshadowing

adjectiveshadowy

shadow of a doubtidiom

A very slight doubt.

cast a shadowcollocation

To make something seem less good or less hopeful.

beyond a shadow of a doubtexpression

Without any doubt at all; absolutely certain.

What is the meaning of Shadow in English?▼

Shadow definition: A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

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'Shadow' translates to 'shadow' in English. Shadow definition: A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

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