What does "sharing" mean?

1. (the act of giving or using together) the act of giving part of what you have to others, or using something at the same time as someone else. 2. (digital distribution) the act of putting a photo, video, or link on the internet so others can see it.

sharing

US //ˈʃɛɹɪŋ// UK //ʃˈeəɹɪŋ// shar·ing

1 the act of giving or using together (n.)
A2 Elementary

the act of giving part of what you have to others, or using something at the same time as someone else.

the act of distributing or participating in something collectively. Uncountable in its general sense.

Example

The sharing of toys in the nursery helps children learn how to play together.

Example

The equitable sharing of resources remains a central challenge for the committee as they draft the new community guidelines.
- distribution
- participation
- hoarding
- withholding
2 digital distribution (n.)
B1 Intermediate Computing

the act of putting a photo, video, or link on the internet so others can see it.

the electronic distribution of digital content via social media or peer-to-peer networks.

Example

File sharing has become much faster with the new high-speed internet connection.

Example

The platform's terms of service strictly prohibit the unauthorised sharing of copyrighted material among its users.
- posting
- uploading