shadowing

shad·ow·ing

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [shad-oh-ing]
- /ˈʃæd oʊ ɪŋ/
- /ˈʃæd.əʊ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [shad-oh-ing]
- /ˈʃæd oʊ ɪŋ/

Definitions of shadowing word

noun shadowing a dark figure or image cast on the ground or some surface by a body intercepting light. 1
noun shadowing shade or comparative darkness, as in an area. 1
noun shadowing shadows, darkness, especially that coming after sunset. 1
noun shadowing shelter; protection: sanctuary in the shadow of the church. 1
noun shadowing a slight suggestion; trace: beyond the shadow of a doubt. 1
noun shadowing a specter or ghost: pursued by shadows. 1

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Parts of speech for Shadowing

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shadowing popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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Synonyms for shadowing

noun shadowing

espionage — The practice of spying or of using spies, typically by governments to obtain political and military information.

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