Shed

Synonyms of shed

• discard
• ditch
• cast off

Antonyms of shed

• keep
• retain
• hold onto

Collocations of shed

shed tears

Frequency: 80 %

She shed tears of joy when she received the good news.

shed light

Frequency: 70 %

The new evidence shed light on the mystery surrounding the case.

shed skin

Frequency: 60 %

Snakes shed their skin regularly as they grow.

shed blood

Frequency: 50 %

The battle caused many to shed blood in the name of freedom.

shed weight

Frequency: 40 %

She shed weight by following a strict diet and exercise routine.

Idiomatic Expressions for shed

• Phrase: shed blood
  Meaning: to cause or experience violence or injury
  Usage: Many lives were lost and much blood was shed during the war.