Shade

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NOUN

relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body

a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color

protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight

a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

a position of relative inferiority

a slight amount or degree of difference

a mental representation of some haunting experience

a representation of the effect of shadows in a picture or drawing (as by shading or darker pigment)

a protective ornamental covering for a lamp, used to screen a light bulb from direct view

VERB

cast a shadow over

represent the effect of shade or shadow on

protect from light, heat, or view

vary slightly

pass from one quality such as color to another by a slight degree

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