Meaning of the word shadows in English

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shadows

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

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trees cast long shadows

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silhouette outline shape contour profile penumbra umbra

used in reference to proximity, ominous oppressiveness, or sadness and gloom.

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the shadow of war fell across Europe

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cloud pall gloom blight threat

envelop in shadow; cast a shadow over.

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the market is shadowed by St Margaret's church

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overshadow cast a shadow over shade darken dim

follow and observe (someone) closely and secretly.

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he had been up all night shadowing a team of poachers

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shadow five o'clock shadow