Definitions

1. noun

A dark area or shape where something or someone blocks light from shining on a surface.

“The shadow of the tree fell across the grass.”

2. noun

A person’s reputation or the impression they give to others.

“She’s known to have a shadow in the business world.”

3. noun

A ghostly or imaginary presence of someone or something that is dead or no longer present.

“The ghost was seen as a shadow of its former self.”

4. verb

To follow or accompany someone or something, often in a subordinate or secondary capacity.

“The assistant will shadow the manager during the meeting.”

5. verb

To appear or be seen in a faint or incomplete form, often due to lack of light or visibility.

“The image of the person in the photo began to shadow out.”

6. verb

To be a source of or give a hint of something.

“The faint scent of smoke shadowed the air.”