Share Definition

share
noun
  1. assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group; "he wanted his share in cash"
  2. any of the equal portions into which the capital stock of a corporation is divided and ownership of which is evidenced by a stock certificate; "he bought 100 shares of IBM at the market price"
  3. the allotment of some amount by dividing something; "death gets more than its share of attention from theologians"
  4. the part played by a person in bringing about a result; "I am proud of my contribution in advancing the project"; "they all did their share of the work"
  5. a sharp steel wedge that cuts loose the top layer of soil
verb
  1. have in common; "Our children share a love of music"; "The two countries share a long border"
  2. use jointly or in common
  3. have, give, or receive a share of; "We shared the cake"
  4. give out as one's portion or share
  5. communicate; "I'd like to share this idea with you"

"Share" in song lyrics

See how share is used in real songs:

  • "Soon as I get a little bit of it, I'ma share"
    Aceyalone — A Book of Human Language
  • "No I can't wait, I just want my fair share"
    Aceyalone — Here & Now
  • "Puh-puh-puh-puh-puh-puh, we have nuff shots to share"
    Afu-Ra f/ Jahdan — Think Before You...

Usage tips for "share"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "share" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for share to find words that pair well.

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