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umbrella Definition

um·brella (um brel′ə)

noun

  1. a screen or shade, usually of cloth stretched over a folding radial frame, carried for protection against the rain or sun
  2. something suggestive of this; specif.,
    1. the body of a jellyfish
    2. any comprehensive, protective organization, alliance, strategy, or device the umbrella of insurance
    3. a force of military aircraft sent up to screen ground or naval forces air umbrella

Etymology: It ombrella < LL umbrella (altered by assoc. with L umbra, shade) < L umbella, parasol, dim. of umbra, shade

umbrella Synonyms

umbrella

n.

parasol, sunshade, beach umbrella, parapluie (French), bumbershoot*, brolly* (British).

umbrella Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • accomodate: The central pocket is large enough to accomodate an umbrella even with sides, plus several unmade rods.
  • carry: Each, it was observed, carried an umbrella, the object of which was not difficult to divine.
  • golf: If you would like to receive one of our special VSG golfing umbrellas, just tick the box.

Adjective modifier

  • collapsible: Collapsible umbrella is very handy as an alternative to a poncho.
  • rolled: She was often seen in Hove, always wearing black and carrying a rolled umbrella.
  • nuclear: Many states still live under a nuclear umbrella, whether of their own or an ally.
  • organizational: This Association urges the Scottish Executive to re-establish the previous structure of HSDU National Trainers under the organizational umbrella of Learning and Teaching Scotland.
  • black: His is a smart black suit with a yellow tie and as it looks like rain a long black umbrella.
  • white: Guests will enjoy swimming, sunbathing on the tranquil beach or simply relaxing under the welcome shade of white umbrellas.

Modifies a noun

  • organization: There are several umbrella organizations covering the various styles.
  • body: Airport Watch is the umbrella body for all these groups.
  • organization: The web page of the umbrella organization which is bringing these meetings together.
  • brand: In developing this identity, Fitch set out to create an umbrella brand which would work across each part of the organization.
  • pine: His trees included the false larch, the Chinese plum yew, the umbrella pine and the Cryptomeria.
  • folding: This compact umbrella folding buggy has been thoughtfully designed to fit through all standard doorways at just 73cm wide.

Noun used with modifier

  • payroll: This article was written by David Colom of Platinum Umbrella the executive management and payroll umbrella service for premium contractors.
  • sun: Courtyard with shady old tree, sun umbrella, garden table & chairs.
  • cocktail: A pair of cocktail umbrellas will give added realism!
  • golf: Love, is a very simple installation of two old golf umbrellas.
  • beach: Mr Heidrich, 20 Jun 06 Whilst at check-in desk, realized I was missing beach umbrella.