Meaning of the word shard in English

What does shard mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shard

US /ʃɑːrd/
UK /ʃɑːd/
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Noun

a piece of broken ceramic, metal, glass, or rock, typically having sharp edges

Example:
He found a shard of pottery in the ancient ruins.
Be careful not to step on any glass shards.