sunglass

noun

sun·​glass ˈsən-ˌglas How to pronounce sunglass (audio)
1
: a convex lens for converging the sun's rays
2
sunglasses plural : glasses to protect the eyes from the sun

Examples of sunglass in a Sentence

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In the campaign, accessories, including sunglasses, are featured including sculptural bags and footwear with signature hardware. Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025 Paparazzi shots have offered glimpses into Blunt’s attire in the sequel to the 2006 film, from Dior sunglasses to Maison Margiela skirts. Bailey Richards, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025 Aside from losing a second pair of drug-store sunglasses, though, that was the worst thing that happened in 210 miles. Grayson Haver Currin, Outside, 2 Sep. 2025 Boat shoes, collared shirt, sunburn, tan around sunglasses, pasty, red hair. Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunglass

Word History

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sunglass was in 1591

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“Sunglass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunglass. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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