English to English Dictionary

Shabu-shabu

A Japanese hot pot dish consisting of thinly sliced meat and vegetables cooked piece by piece in boiling broth at the table.

Shackling

The act of restraining or confining someone or something, often with chains or shackles.

Shad

An edible North Atlantic and Pacific herring-like food fish that swims up rivers to spawn.

Shade

A comparative darkness caused by the interception of light.

Shade-tolerant

Describing a plant species that can grow and thrive in shaded areas with limited sunlight.

Shadiness

Behavior or a situation that is suspicious, dishonest, or morally questionable.

Shadow

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

Shadow Economy

Economic activities that are not monitored or regulated by the government.

Shadow Sound

A sound that is faint or indistinct, often associated with a hidden or unseen source.

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.

Shadow-box

A deep, glass-fronted picture frame or shallow box used for displaying memorabilia, medals, or cherished keepsakes in a three-dimensional arrangement.