English · Nature & Environment
shade
/ʃeɪd/
[/ʃeɪd/]
an area out of direct sunlight
Beginnernoun
Definition
An area that is darker and cooler because something blocks the sunlight. It can also mean a small difference in color.
Example
We sat in the shade of a large tree.
We sat in the shade of a large tree.
Etymology
From Old English 'sceadu' (shade, shadow).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for shelter from the sun and for tones of color.