1
: used, done, belonging to, or experienced by two or more individuals
a dormitory with a shared living area
shared equity
shared responsibilities
FDOT public information officer Rebecca Leigh White said pre-existing road constraints and rights of way mean cyclists and motorists will have to use shared lanes throughout the extension.Cyanne Dunn
Their shared project, the Gottman Institute, combines his theory with her practice.Casey Greenfield
I thought back to the long years of conflict, but also to the deep, shared passion for the art of cooking, eating, and offering hospitality.Chitrita Banerji
2
computing : accessible by more than one user or process
Despite the shared memory, the PC performed relatively well …Joshua Goldman
a shared network drive

Examples of shared in a Sentence

shared resources
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Celebrating a shared commitment to craftsmanship, the launch includes a campaign and bespoke retail experience, seamlessly blending fashion and function. Mecca Pryor, Essence, 14 Mar. 2025 Commissioned by Kosovo’s Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sport, the project reflects a shared commitment to creating a space that meets both artistic and community needs. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 Part of this often involves the alignment of a technology roadmap and a shared vision for the future. Joel Scutchfield, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 More than 100 Girl Scout adults from 13 countries in the Western Hemisphere came together to share best practices, engage in inspiring sessions, and learn from one another, all within a shared cultural value: the Spanish language. Ale Delgado, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shared

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of shared was in 1598

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“Shared.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shared. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.

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