Definitions

1. noun

a part of a building or a structure that provides protection from the sun, especially a roof or an awning.

“The porch had a lovely shade where we could sit and read.”

2. noun

a degree of darkness or lightness, especially one that is not bright or vivid.

“The shade on the wall made the room feel cozy and intimate.”

3. noun

a place or a region that is partially or completely shaded, especially by trees or a structure.

“The park had a lovely shade with a walking trail and a pond.”

4. verb

to protect or provide shade for something or someone.

“The tree shaded the garden from the direct sunlight.”

5. verb

to make something less bright or vivid, especially by reducing the amount of light it receives.

“The clouds shaded the sun, making it harder to see.”

6. verb

to give or provide a degree of darkness or lightness, especially by covering or uncovering something.

“The curtains shaded the room, making it feel cozier.”

7. verb

to decrease or reduce the amount of sunlight or light that reaches something or someone.

“The trees shaded the garden, making it feel cooler.”