shed light upon en · VERB
Pronunciation
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Meanings
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(idiomatic) Illuminate to the understanding; make intelligible; clarify or explain (something unknown).
This mystery has vexed us all hitherto; perhaps you will be able to shed light upon the matter, Inspector.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| shed light on | alternative | lexicographic | |
| shed light upon | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| shed light upon | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| shedding light upon | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| sheds light upon | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic |