parasol

English

/ˈpæɹəˌsɒl/, /ˈpɛɹəˌsɑl/

noun
Definitions
  • A small light umbrella used as protection from the sun.
  • A miniature paper umbrella used as a decoration in tropical-themed cocktails.
  • (architecture) A roof or covering of a structure designed to provide cover from wind, rain, or sun.

Etymology

Prefix from Italian sole (sun) root from Proto-Indo-European *preh₂- (bend, in front, before).

Origin

Proto-Indo-European

*preh₂-

Gloss

bend, in front, before

Concept
Semantic Field

Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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