shades
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B1
/ʃeɪdz/
(shade)
darkness or shelter
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shade' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sceadu', where 'sceadu' meant 'shadow or darkness'.
Historical Evolution
'sceadu' transformed into the Middle English word 'schade', and eventually became the modern English word 'shade'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'shadow or darkness', but over time it evolved to include meanings related to protection from light.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'shade', referring to areas of darkness or shadow.
The tree provides shades from the sun.
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Noun 2
a type of window covering that blocks or filters light.
She pulled down the shades to block the sunlight.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45