Shades
Pronunciation: /ˈʃeɪd/
Shades (noun)
- an area that is darker and cooler because something blocks the sunlight
- a slight difference in color, often used to describe paint or fabric
- a piece of material used to cover a window and block light
Examples
- The tree provides shade on hot days.
- They sat in the shade to escape the sun.
Common collocations: seek shade, cool shade, provide shade, different shades, shade of color
Shades (verb)
- to make an area darker by blocking sunlight
Examples
- The umbrella shades the patio.
- They shaded the garden with a large tarp.