lampshade

noun

lamp·​shade ˈlamp-ˌshād How to pronounce lampshade (audio)
: a cover that softens or directs the light of a lamp

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Marble vessels, tabletop slabs, consoles, and most intriguingly, lampshades are presented in a gallery styled like a house, with help from Michael Reynolds, an editor at AD and Wallpaper*. Morgan Meier, Curbed, 12 Nov. 2024 Choose from a classic green banker lamp style or a more modern design with a white lampshade. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024 The lamp features a crystal lampshade that adds a touch of glamour to any setting. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2024 Karen Moore, founder of Nashville nonprofit Project Redesign says to avoid using cloth lampshades, particularly if lamps are exposed to outdoor elements. Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lampshade 

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lampshade was in 1829

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“Lampshade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lampshade. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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