window shade

noun

Synonyms of window shadenext
: a shade or curtain for a window

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The company also made a 2015 purchase of Hinkel, a producer of window shades, cubical curtains and related products. — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026 The thermometer once blasted 4,900 bulbs so bright that Herron, who lived across the street, was forced to close his window shades. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026 The window shade also appeared to have been almost entirely broken off . — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026 Every product is backed by a 3-year complimentary warranty, reflecting genuine confidence in the build quality of these custom window shades and blinds. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for window shade

Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of window shade was in 1789

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“Window shade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/window%20shade. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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window shade

noun
: a shade or curtain for a window

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