window shade

noun

Synonyms of window shadenext
: a shade or curtain for a window

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Sometimes, bricks and window shades mask a lot of problems inside. — Chilekasi Adele, CBS News, 19 Nov. 2025 One touch of a button lifts the window shades to reveal city scenery, and when opened, wooden shutters by the soaking tub replicate the same view. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026 These easy-to-use window shades block up to 97% of UV rays and reduce heat for excellent protection. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026 The bed cover, headboard, and window shade are in the Canton Corbett fabric from Clarence House. — Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 7 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for window shade

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First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of window shade was in 1789

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window shade

noun
: a shade or curtain for a window

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