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Possibly entice lamb, tentatively, into shade (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

umbrella

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'shade' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for umbrella that I've seen before include "Protection that can be rolled up" , "What may go up when the rain comes down" , "Protection from rains" , "Cover against rain" , "Protecting cover" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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