Kind of chap that sits in shade (6)
I believe the answer is:
humane
'kind' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)
'chap that sits in shade' is the wordplay.
'chap' becomes 'Man' (chap can mean a man).
'that sits in' indicates putting letters inside.
'shade' becomes 'hue' (both can mean a colour).
'man' going into 'hue' is 'HUMANE'.
'of' acts as a link.
(Other definitions for humane that I've seen before include "Showing compassion or consideration for others" , "Compassionate, benevolent" , "Kind and liberal" , "Kind-hearted and compassionate" , "Compassionate, merciful" .)