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shown

American  
[shohn] / ʃoʊn /

verb

  1. a past participle of show.


shown British  
/ ʃəʊn /

verb

  1. a past participle of show

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • unshown adjective
  • well-shown adjective

Example Sentences

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Valdez said drivers are initially shown a take-it-or-leave-it rate, which rises only after enough drivers reject it.

From MarketWatch

Although the snakes use their venom when defending themselves, studies have shown that the chemical nature of snake venom is primarily suited for killing its prey, such a rodents, she said.

From Los Angeles Times

England captain and all-time record scorer Kane remains irreplaceable - as shown against Uruguay and Japan - as the main striker, while Bukayo Saka's quality and major tournament experience make him an automatic choice.

From BBC

Much like the first installment, “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” features a couple of bonus scenes that are shown after the credits begin to roll.

From Los Angeles Times

It has shown it has some influence in the Middle East, and it certainly has ambitions to gain more leverage in the future.

From BBC