lampshade

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Synonyms: lamp-shade, lamp shade, lampshades

Antonyms: lamp-shade, lamp shade, lampshades

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Noun

1. A cover over a [[lamp]] to either [[diffuse]] the light or to block it in certain directions to avoid glare in the eyes.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|narratology|fandom slang}} To 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.
2. {{lb|en|fashion}} To wear an [[oversize]] top with skintight thigh-high boots and no leggings.
3. To adorn with one or more lampshades.
4. To design or create lampshades.

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