verb / noun
share
SHAIR/ʃer/
A portion allotted among participants.
Each friend receives a share of the loaf of bread.
Etymology
Old English scearu pictured a portion as a piece cut off from a larger whole. From the noun meaning someone's portion, the verb developed senses of dividing among others and having or experiencing something together.
In context
it's always good to share your tips because others read the comments as well.
More examples
- We each pay our share of the rent.
- The children share the last orange.
- She shares the photos with her family.
- He owns ten shares in the company.
Forms
share · shares · shared · sharing
Similar words
- portion
- Emphasizes the amount or piece, not who receives it.
- allotment
- Emphasizes an amount formally assigned to a particular recipient.