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Umbrellalike

Definition:

An adjective used to describe something that resembles an umbrella or has qualities reminiscent of an umbrella.

Sense 1:

Adjective: Having the appearance or shape of an umbrella.

Example sentence: The mushroom had an umbrellalike cap, shielding the gills from the rain.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Relating to or resembling the function or purpose of an umbrella.

Example sentence: The tree's branches intertwined to form an umbrellalike canopy, providing shade from the scorching sun.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Pertaining to a local term or concept describing an umbrella.

Example sentence: In the small seaside town, the locals referred to their colorful parasols as umbrellalike.

Sense 4:

Adverb: In a manner similar to an umbrella.

Example sentence: The rain fell heavily, so I walked umbrellalike, holding my bag above my head.

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