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Definition shallow in British English

shallow adjective

adjective
/ˈʃæləʊ/
1

with only a short distance from the top or surface to the bottom

Example

Move to the shallow end of the pool.

Example

He dug a shallow trench.

Example

The dish needs to be quite shallow.

Synonyms and related words
bottomless the bowels of something come down
2

not interested in serious ideas, strong feelings, or other important things

Synonyms and related words
shallow foolish mindless
3

taking in only a little air

Example

Her breathing was very shallow.

Synonyms and related words
breathless bronchial chesty
Definition shallow in British English