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lampshade

American

[lamp-sheyd] / ˈlæmpˌʃeɪd /

noun

a shade, usually translucent or opaque, for shielding the glare of a light source in a lamp or for directing the light to a particular area.

Etymology

Origin of lampshade

First recorded in 1840–50; lamp + shade

Example Sentences

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After her mother died, Ms Kynaston and her siblings thought it would be a good time to find a new home for the lampshade piece.

From BBC • May 5, 2025

Available in three sizes and five colors, the Mágico is a hand-built and painted stoneware lamp and lampshade.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2024

Inspired by ordinary objects like a lampshade or well-worn coat, Burch set out to redefine the form of her designs with this collection.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 12, 2024

In a video released by his campaign in August 2020, Biden is seen backing the car into the garage, where a messy pile of materials appears to include a cardboard box and a lampshade.

From Washington Post • Jan. 13, 2023

We played games with me doing a dance on the top of the bar with a lampshade on my head and everyone laffing.

From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes

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