sundress

noun

sun·​dress ˈsən-ˌdres How to pronounce sundress (audio)
: a dress with an abbreviated bodice usually exposing the shoulders, arms, and back

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Pair them with pretty sundresses, elevated linen pants, and more timeless styles. Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025 Think more like sundresses or tailored pants with a breezy blouse. Jasmine Fox-Suliaman, Glamour, 10 July 2025 Original price: $59.99 This elegant A-line sundress blends comfort with a boho aesthetic. Caitlyn Martyn May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 8 July 2025 Thankfully, this sundress is designed with a wavy, pintucked design that hides any creases or crinkles, and the silver hardware at the shoulders is a glamorous finishing touch. Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 7 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for sundress

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sundress was in 1875

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“Sundress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sundress. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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