sunshade

noun

sun·​shade ˈsən-ˌshād How to pronounce sunshade (audio)
: something used as a protection from the sun's rays: such as
a
b
: awning

Examples of sunshade in a Sentence

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Wagons come in all shapes and sizes and a wide range of price points: from basic plastic options with two seats to luxury picks that offer reclining seats, tons of storage, mosquito nets, UV protective sunshades, and infant car seat adapters. Maya Polton, Parents, 6 Sep. 2024 There’s no sunshade for the full-length glass sunroof. Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 3 Sep. 2024 This pop-up sunshade has a unique design that is easy to set up and take down. Rebecca Martinson, Rolling Stone, 25 July 2024 The actress wore white wedges, and accessorized with a pair of black sunshades. Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 24 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for sunshade 

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sunshade was in 1842

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“Sunshade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunshade. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

sunshade

noun
sun·​shade -ˌshād How to pronounce sunshade (audio)
: something (as a parasol) used to protect from the sun's rays

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