shades
pronunciation
How to pronounce shades in British English:
UK ['ʃeɪdz]
How to pronounce shades in American English:
US ['ʃeɪdz]
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- Noun:
- spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun
Word Origin
- shades (n.)
- "sunglasses," 1958, American English, plural of shade (n.).
Example
- 1. Choosing complementary shades of paper allows for an artful mix of patterns .
- 2. Behind the designer shades his eyes were those of a fox .
- 3. It is a harsh and beautiful landscape , painted in shades of yellow and grey .
- 4. By 2013 , shades have become retro cool , but contacts do a better job of blocking the sun .
- 5. He says a dense , competitive crop that quickly shades the soil from the sun will help reduce weed growth .