- pronunciation:
- uhm
bre
l
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word History, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a usu. portable or movable shield against the rain or sun, consisting of a collapsible canopy attached to and supported on radiating ribs joined to a central rod or stick.
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| definition 2: |
anything that resembles this object in shape or function, esp. in providing protection from above or in including several groups or activities under a single authority or organization.
An umbrella of aircraft protected the troops' advance.Several small unions are under the umbrella of the national union. |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of or like an umbrella in shape or function.
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| definition 2: |
encompassing or applicable to several elements or groups.
an umbrella terman umbrella organization |
| related words: |
blanket, comprehensive |
| derivation: |
umbrellalike (adj.) |
Umbrella comes from the Italian word
ombrello, which means "little sunshade."