shard
2 synonyms for shard, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sharp broken piece of glass, pottery, or similar brittle material.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sherd
How to use shard
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
shard of glass
pottery shards
database shard
Etymology
From Old English sceard, "a broken piece," related to an old root meaning "to cut."
Full origin of shard →Frequently asked questions
What does “shard” mean?
The word “shard” means a sharp broken piece of glass, pottery, or similar brittle material. In plain terms, a sharp broken fragment, or (in tech) one partitioned piece of a larger system.
How do you pronounce “shard”?
“Shard” is pronounced shahd (/ʃɑɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “shard” in a sentence?
Here is “shard” used in a sentence: “He cut his foot on a shard of glass hidden in the sand.”
What part of speech is “shard”?
“Shard” is a noun.
Where does the word “shard” come from?
The word “shard” comes from Old English. From Old English sceard, "a broken piece," related to an old root meaning "to cut.".
How many meanings does “shard” have?
“Shard” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sharp broken piece of glass, pottery, or similar brittle material.
