Definition of "shade"
- noun
Darkness where light, particularly sunlight, is blocked.
Something that blocks light, particularly in a window.
A variety of a colour/color, in particular one obtained by adding black (compare tint).
A subtle variation in a concept.
An aspect that is reminiscent of something.
A ghost.
A creature that is partially human and partially angel.
A postage stamp showing an obvious difference in colour/color to the original printing and needing a separate catalogue/catalog entry.
- verb
To shield from light.
To alter slightly.
To vary slightly, particularly in color.
(baseball) When a defensive player moves slightly from his normal fielding position.
To darken, particularly in drawing.
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