Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shed a tear
idiom
/ʃɛd ə tɪr/
Definition
To cry or express sorrow.
Examples
- She shed a tear during the emotional movie finale.
- When he received the award, he couldn’t help but shed a tear of joy.
- After hearing the news, many people shed a tear for the lost loved ones.
Meaning
The phrase ‘shed a tear’ refers to the act of letting tears flow as a result of emotion, often sadness or joy.
Synonyms
- cry
- weep
- tear up
