Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shadowing

noun

/ˈʃæd.oʊ.ɪŋ/

Definition

The act or process of following or observing someone closely, often to learn from their behavior or work habits.

Examples

During my internship, I spent a week shadowing a senior engineer to learn about project management.
She found shadowing a teacher invaluable in understanding classroom management.
Shadowing a skilled technician helped him grasp the intricacies of troubleshooting machinery.

Meaning

In a professional context, shadowing typically refers to a practice where a person closely observes a more experienced individual to gain insight into their job responsibilities and activities.