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shaded

adj.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈʃeɪdɪd// UK //ʃˈeɪdɪd// shad·ed

adj. protected from direct sunlight so that it stays cool and dark.

adj. shielded from direct light or heat, typically by an object or structure that casts a shadow. Often used to describe outdoor areas or specific parts of a drawing.


SIMPLE

We found a shaded spot under the big oak tree.

CONTEXTUAL

The garden features a shaded patio where guests can enjoy lunch away from the midday heat.

COMPLEX

The artist used a series of fine lines to create a shaded effect, giving the flat circle the appearance of a three-dimensional sphere.

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Often used as a participial adjective; can appear both before a noun or after a linking verb.

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