01 n. Shade; shadow; obscurity; hence, that which affords a shade, as a screen of trees or foliage.
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Shade; shadow; obscurity; hence, that which affords a shade, as a screen of trees or foliage.“Where highest woods, impenetrable To star or sunlight, spread their umbrage broad.” — Milton.
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Shadowy resemblance; shadow.[Obs.]“The opinion carries no show of truth nor umbrage of reason on its side.” — Woodward.
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The feeling of being overshadowed; jealousy of another, as standing in one's light or way; hence, suspicion of injury or wrong; offense; resentment.“Which gave umbrage to wiser than myself.” — Evelyn.“Persons who feel most umbrage from the overshadowing aristocracy.” — Sir W. Scott.