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umbrella
/ʌmˈbrelə/
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1 · noun
A folding object held above the head for protection from rain.
下雨时用于遮雨的可开合用品。
Use take or bring an umbrella; umbrellas may also provide shade, but this lesson focuses on rain.
Take an umbrella because the afternoon may be wet.
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带上雨伞，下午可能会下雨。
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雨伞 — A folding object held above the head for protection from rain.