Umbrella
Pronunciation: /əmˈbrɛlə/
Umbrella (noun)
- A handheld device with a fabric cover used to protect from rain.
- A term for a group or organization that includes many smaller parts.
- A term used to describe something that provides protection or coverage.
Examples
- She opened her umbrella as it started to rain.
- He forgot his umbrella at home and got wet.
Common collocations: open an umbrella, carry an umbrella, fold an umbrella, under the umbrella, umbrella organization