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shared
/ʃeərd/
divided or used together by multiple people
They shared a pizza for dinner.
They divided and ate a pizza together.
general
to divide or use something together with others
We shared the cost of the trip.
We each paid a portion of the trip's total cost.
She shared her toys with her siblings.
She allowed her siblings to use her toys as well.
Often used with abstract concepts like ideas, feelings, or responsibilities.
general
to make something available to others
He shared his thoughts on the project.
He expressed his opinions about the project for others to consider.
She shared a photo on social media.
She posted a picture online for others to see.
Common in digital contexts (e.g., sharing files, posts).
general
to have a common characteristic or experience
They shared a love for music.
They both enjoyed music very much.
The two companies shared a similar business model.
Both companies operated in a similar way.
Used to describe similarities or commonalities.
Collocations
share a mealto eat togethershare an ideato express an opinion or suggestionshare a rideto travel together in a vehicle
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Pro Tip
Verb vs. Adjective
'Shared' can be a past tense verb (e.g., 'They shared the cake') or an adjective (e.g., 'a shared space').
Gold Rule
Common Usage
When 'shared' is used as a verb, it often implies fairness or cooperation.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'sharen', from Old English 'scieran' (to cut, divide).
Usage Notes
Can be used as a verb (action) or adjective (describing something used by multiple people).
Word Breakdown
share
to divide or distribute
root-ed
past tense or adjective form
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