SHA'DY, a. from shade.
1. Abounding with shade or shades overspread with shade.
And Amaryllis fills the shady groves. Dryden.
2. Sheltered from the glare of light or sultry heat.
Cast it also that you may have rooms shady for the summer and warm for the winter. Bacon.
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