umbrella

noun
UK: /ʌmˈbrel.ə/
US: /ʌmˈbrel.ə/

  1. A device for protection from the rain or sun, consisting of a folding canopy supported by ribs radiating from a central stick or handle.

    1. I need an umbrella; it's starting to rain outside right now.
    2. She always carries an umbrella in her bag just in case of unexpected showers.

  2. Something that provides protection or a general coverage; a protective force or influence.

    1. The organization operates under the umbrella of a larger charity group.
    2. The peace talks were held under the umbrella of the United Nations' mediation.

Synonyms

parasol sunshade protection shelter
umbrella verb

  1. To protect or shelter someone or something, like with an umbrella.

    1. The trees umbrella the park.
    2. The project aims to umbrella vulnerable communities from economic hardship.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "umbrella" in English means: A device for protection from the rain or sun, consisting of a folding canopy supported by ribs radiating from a central stick or handle., Something that provides protection or a general coverage; a protective force or influence..

The phonetic transcription of "umbrella" is /ʌmˈbrel.ə/ in British English and /ʌmˈbrel.ə/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "umbrella": parasol, sunshade, protection, shelter.

Example usage of "umbrella": "I need an umbrella; it's starting to rain outside right now.". More examples on the page.