shed (EN)

verb, noun

verb “shed”

1. to lose or let fall naturally; to discard something no longer needed
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   Snakes shed their skin regularly as they grow.
2. to get rid of something unwanted or unnecessary
   He is trying to shed some weight before the competition.
3. to cause to flow or release something, especially tears or blood
   She shed tears of joy when she heard the good news.
4. to emit or radiate (light, heat, etc.)
   The lamp sheds enough light to read by.
5. (slang) to practice playing music intensely to improve one's skills
   The guitarist spent hours shedding before the concert.

noun “shed”

1. a small structure used for storage or shelter
   He keeps his gardening tools in the shed at the back of the house.
2. (UK) a large industrial building used for storage or maintenance
   The aircraft was stored in a shed.