ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Shorn

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ʃɔːn/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Shorn is a verb meaning past participle of shear.

Meaning

past participle of shear.

More Meanings

  1. Of a sheep, etc., having been shorn.
  2. Of a person, having had a haircut.

Example Sentences

This is the Prieſt all ſhaven and ſhorn, that married the man all tattered and torn[.]

Synonyms for shorn

Depending on context, synonyms include sheared.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include fleeced, skinheaded, sheepy, shagged, roughshod, plucked.

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