伞 — meaning in English

English meaning

• chute noun A sloped or vertical channel used to slide or drop objects from a higher point to a lower one.
• umbrella noun A portable folding frame covered in fabric, held overhead to give shelter from rain or sun.

Senses

伞 is used for these senses in English:

• umbrella A cloth-covered frame used for protection against rain or sun.

chute — full definition

1. noun A sloped or vertical channel used to slide or drop objects from a higher point to a lower one.
2. noun A narrow passage used to funnel or confine animals, such as livestock.
3. noun Informal shortening of "parachute".

umbrella — full definition

1. noun A portable folding frame covered in fabric, held overhead to give shelter from rain or sun.
2. noun A broad category or organization that covers a range of smaller groups, ideas, or purposes.

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