1. noun /ʃeɪd/
The old oak tree gave shade in the heat of the day.
b) Something that blocks light, particularly in a window.
Close the shade, please, its too bright in here.
2. verb /ʃeɪd/
a) To shield from light.
The old oak tree shaded the lawn in the heat of the day.
b) To alter slightly.
Youll need to shade your shot slightly to the left.
See Also: shadow
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