noun🔗ShareA cover over a lamp to either diffuse the light or to block it in certain directions to avoid glare in the eyes."The lampshades on the desk lamp softened the bright light, making it easier to read without eye strain. "itemutensilarchitecturestylepropertydeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo intentionally call attention to the improbable, incongruent, or clichéd nature of an element or situation featured in a work of fiction within the work itself."The movie lampshaded the unlikely coincidence of the two characters meeting by having one of them say, "Well, I guess that's just how it works in movies, right?" "medialiteratureentertainmentstorylanguagewordChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo wear an oversize top with skintight thigh-high boots and no leggings.""She decided to lampshade for the party, pairing a large t-shirt dress with her new over-the-knee boots." "appearancestylewearChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo adorn with one or more lampshades."My sister lampshaded the bedside table with a new, colorful lampshade. "appearancestylepropertyarchitectureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo design or create lampshades."My grandmother lampshades as a hobby, and she sells her beautiful creations at the local craft fair. "artstyleutilitybuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
