Anti-Rain Devices

[stoutfellow]

The word "umbrella" comes from "umbra", meaning "shadow".

The word "parasol" also seems to refer to guarding oneself from the Sun.

The French word is "parapluie"; "pluie" means "rain".

Nominations are now open for an English word for this device which actually reflects its usual function. Currently used words or new coinages are acceptable.

Comments

Re: Bumbershoot

[tygerr.livejournal.com]

I also vote for Bumbershoot. Of course, I am originally from Seattle too, so I'm prejudiced.

Re: Bumbershoot

[stoutfellow.livejournal.com]

Unfortunately, according to my dictionary, "bumbershoot" is derived from "umbrella", so it doesn't qualify. It is a nice word, though.