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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Whether commuting for work or running errands, Dana is a carryall with ample space for essentials (think phone, keys, wallet, and sunglasses), along with a 13-inch laptop, water bottle, makeup, portable charger, lightweight jacket, snacks, and a notebook. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2026 Knockaround Moonshot Premium Sport Sunglasses Sun protection is key when hiking, and having a proper pair of sunglasses is essential for safety and general visibility. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026 The anonymous eyewitness, brought before reporters in a hooded sweatshirt, ski mask and dark sunglasses during a press conference at the New York Federation of Taxi Drivers’ headquarters, claimed Mbolo Isac was not a victim of road rage. Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2026 Three months after fracturing his right ankle, Warner did a couple of 10- to 20-yard sprints with a resistance band around his waist, while cloaked in a hoodie and sunglasses with head trainer Dustin Perry videotaping his every move. Cam Inman, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026 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 Jan. 2026.

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