shades

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun
  2. noun relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body
  3. noun a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color

Synonyms

sunglasses, dark glasses

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