English to English Dictionary

Shadow market

An unofficial or unregulated economic system where goods, services, or financial assets are exchanged beyond the visibility or control of government authorities.

Shadow-Boxing

A form of exercise in which a person pretends to fight an imaginary opponent, typically used by boxers to improve their technique and footwork.

Shadows

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

Shady Spot

A location that is sheltered from direct sunlight, typically providing a cooler environment.

Shake-a-leg

To hurry up or get moving; to start working or acting.

Shaker

An object or device that shakes or causes something to shake.

Shakespeare

William Shakespeare (1564–1616), an English poet, playwright, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist.

Shaky

Characterized by or causing a lack of stability or firmness.

Shaky Ground

A surface or area that is unstable or prone to movement.

Shale

A type of sedimentary rock that is formed from the compaction of silt and clay-sized particles.

Shallow Remark

A comment or observation that lacks depth or insight.

Shallowing

The process of becoming shallow or less deep.