ombre

Definitions of ombre
  1. noun
    relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body
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    type of:
    demi-jour
    partial darkness
  2. noun
    shade within clear boundaries
  3. noun
    protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight
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    types:
    ombrelle
    a handheld collapsible source of shade
    type of:
    abri, protection
    a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury
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