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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Bottega Capri is the place for sandals; 100% Capri for crisp high-end linens; Capri People for fabulous sunglasses. Richard Godwin, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025 In another photo, Abrams wears some sunglasses of his own, while Garth gives him a kiss on the cheek. Rachel Flynn, People.com, 11 July 2025 Along white boundary lines, onlookers watched closely through their sunglasses. Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025 Still waffling over that Oura Ring, Dakota Johnson’s go-to sunglasses (now under $50), a TikTok-viral K-beauty product, or a new wedding-guest dress? Malia Griggs, Glamour, 11 July 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 21 Jul. 2025.

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