Shade source is a term used to describe any object or material that can be used to provide shade from the sun. The crossword solutions for this term include ELM (3 letters), TREE (4 letters), DYE (3 letters), ELMTREE (7 letters), HATBRIM (7 letters), and PANAMAHAT (9 letters). An ELM tree is a type of deciduous tree that is known for its tall, straight trunk and spreading branches. DYE is a substance used to color fabrics, while a hatbrim is the part of a hat that extends down from the crown and provides shade for the face. A Panama hat is a type of wide-brimmed straw hat that is traditionally worn in tropical climates to provide shade from the sun.