parasol

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A small light umbrella used as protection from the sun.
2. 2
   A miniature paper umbrella used as a decoration in tropical-themed cocktails.
3. 3
   A sun umbrella for garden use etc., mounted on a stand; these can be foldable and demountable.
4. 4
   A roof or covering of a structure designed to provide cover from wind, rain, or sun.
5. 5
   Any of various Asian species of libellulid dragonfly of the genus Neurothemis.
6. 6
   A parasol mushroom (Macrolepiota procera)

Verb

1. 1
   To protect with, or as if with, a parasol; to shade.