Is “Shading” a Scrabble word?
Yes
SHADING
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary
Valid in these dictionaries
SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Meaning of Shading
verb
1.To shield from light.
“The old oak tree shaded the lawn in the heat of the day.”
2.To alter slightly.
“Most politicians will shade the truth if it helps them.”
3.To vary or approach something slightly, particularly in color.
“The hillside was bright green, shading towards gold in the drier areas.”