shed at an early stage of development; most amphibians have caducous gills; the caducous calyx of a poppy
[ Syn: caducous ]
shed (adj.)
an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage
shed (n.)
get rid of; he shed his image as a pushy boss; shed your clothes
[ Syn: cast , cast off , shake off , throw , throw off , throw away , drop ]
pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities; shed tears; spill blood; God shed His grace on Thee
[ Syn: spill , pour forth ]
cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over; spill the beans all over the table
cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; our dog sheds every Spring