lampshade
Pronunciation
  • (British, America) enPR: lămp'shād, IPA: /ˈlæmp.ʃeɪd/
Noun

lampshade (plural lampshades)

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

lampshade (lampshades, present participle lampshading; past and past participle lampshaded)

  1. (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. (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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