Sharing has 7 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Adjective
Noun
1
using or enjoying something jointly with others
"We spent our vacation sharing a cozy cabin by the lake, taking turns keeping watch and cooking dinner together."
2
having in common
"the sharing of electrons creates molecules"
3
sharing thoughts and feelings
"After their long talk, they felt closer because she finally opened up about her fears by sharing them with him."
4
a distribution in shares
"After the business merger, the profits were distributed through an equal sharing among all shareholders."
5
Something shared.
"The sharing of our lunch was a highlight of the afternoon because we split everything equally and enjoyed each other's company."
In plain English: Sharing is when you let someone else have or use something that belongs to you.
"Sharing is a core value in our team where everyone contributes ideas and resources."
Verb
1
present participle of share
"She is sharing her new recipe with all the friends in our group chat."
In plain English: Sharing means giving something to someone else so they can have it too.
"My parents taught me that sharing your toys makes playtime more fun for everyone."
Adjective
1
unselfishly willing to share with others
"a warm and sharing friend"
Example Sentences
"Sharing is a core value in our team where everyone contributes ideas and resources."
noun
"My parents taught me that sharing your toys makes playtime more fun for everyone."
verb
"Sharing your lunch with a friend makes the meal more enjoyable."
verb
"She was sharing her travel stories with everyone in the group."
verb
"The teacher is sharing ideas on how to solve the math problem."
verb
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Origin
Derived from Old English scerian (to cut, divide), sharing originally meant distributing something by cutting it into parts. It evolved to signify the act of allowing others to use or enjoy what one possesses.