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Darkness where light, particularly sunlight, is blocked.

Example: The old oak tree gave shade in the heat of the day.

Something that blocks light, particularly in a window.

Example: Close the shade, please: it's too bright in here.

A variety of a colour/color, in particular one obtained by adding black (compare tint).

Example: I've painted my room in five lovely shades of pink and chartreuse.

A subtle variation in a concept.

Example: shades of meaning

To shield from light.

Example: The old oak tree shaded the lawn in the heat of the day.

To alter slightly.

Example: Most politicians will shade the truth if it helps them.

To vary or approach something slightly, particularly in color.

Example: The hillside was bright green, shading towards gold in the drier areas.

(of a defensive player) To move slightly from one's normal fielding position.

Example: Jones will shade a little to the right on this pitch count.