Shade

/ΚƒeΙͺd/

The meaning and definition of Shade, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. Darkness where light, particularly sunlight, is blocked.
    β€œThe old oak tree gave shade in the heat of the day.”
  2. Something that blocks light, particularly in a window.
    β€œClose the shade, please: it's too bright in here.”

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