English · Nature & Environment
shone
/ʃɒn/
[/ʃɒn/]
past tense of shine
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Definition
The past tense of 'shine'. It describes how something gave out or reflected bright light, or did something very well.
Example
The moon shone brightly over the sea.
The moon shone brightly over the sea.
Etymology
Past tense of 'shine', from Old English 'scīnan'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for the sun, stars, and figuratively for excellence.