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umbrellas

  • plural
    of umbrella.
    umbrella
    noun
    a light, small, portable, usually circular cover for protection from rain or sun, consisting of a fabric held on a collapsible frame of thin ribs radiating from the top of a carrying stick or handle.

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These are given predation umbrellas to protect them from the hungry fish having a nibble.

From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026

It was the place where rained-out sporting events and umbrellas at the Rose Parade were so rare they were occasions for big news.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026

Residents used shawls and umbrellas to protect themselves in open-air hallways.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026

The downpour is marked with a picture of Brits under umbrellas.

From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026

Francie felt happy looking at all the umbrellas.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith