Definition of "parasol" in Anglais

noun

1. A small light umbrella used as protection from the sun.

2. A miniature paper umbrella used as a decoration in tropical-themed cocktails.

3. A sun umbrella for garden use etc., mounted on a stand; these can be foldable and demountable.

4. (architecture) A roof or covering of a structure designed to provide cover from wind, rain, or sun.

5. Any of various Asian species of libellulid dragonfly of the genus Neurothemis.

6. A parasol mushroom (Macrolepiota procera)

verb

1. (transitive) To protect with, or as if with, a parasol; to shade.