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shade

Transitive Verb[C/U] Both
pl: shadespp: shadeding: shading

This word evokes a sense of coolness and protection, often associated with relief from an oppressive heat or a blinding glare. It suggests a softened environment where the harshness of direct light is filtered or removed entirely.

Countable when referring to specific color variations or window coverings. Uncountable when referring to the general area of darkness under a tree.

Meanings

Noun

An area of darkness caused by something blocking the light.

"We sat in the shade of a large oak tree."

Noun

A particular variation of a color.

"The walls were painted a pale shade of blue."

Noun

A screen used to block light from a window.

"She pulled down the window shade to keep the room cool."

Transitive Verb
[something]

To block the light from reaching something.

"The tall fence shades the garden during the afternoon."

Transitive Verb
[something]

To darken a drawing or image by adding gradients.

"He used a pencil to shade the edges of the portrait."

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