um·brel·la 
/ˌʌmˈbrɛlə/ noun
plural um·brel·las /ˌʌmˈbrɛlə/ noun [count] 1 : a device that is used for protection from the rain and sun ◊An umbrella consists of a circle of fabric attached to a folding frame that is connected to a central pole or handle.
▪ You shouldn't go out in the rain without an umbrella. ▪ a beach umbrella 2 : a group or organization that includes many smaller groups — often used before another noun ▪ an umbrella corporation 3 : something that includes several or many different things
▪ The store sells Indian, Asian, and Middle Eastern foods under the umbrella of international cuisine. — often used before another noun ▪ I used the heading “Odds and Ends” as an umbrella term for items that did not fit anywhere else. ▪ I bought an umbrella policy that insures my car, jewelry, and house.
▪ You shouldn't go out in the rain without an umbrella. ▪ a beach umbrella
▪ The store sells Indian, Asian, and Middle Eastern foods under the umbrella of international cuisine. — often used before another noun ▪ I used the heading “Odds and Ends” as an umbrella term for items that did not fit anywhere else. ▪ I bought an umbrella policy that insures my car, jewelry, and house.
