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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Oversize tortoiseshell sunglasses and small green bag, also with a textured finish, completed the outfit. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 28 Jan. 2026 The stylist and designer completed the look with oversized sunglasses. Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026 Prioritize sun protection with a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 28 Jan. 2026 Lean into the undone energy with an oversized button-down, big sunglasses, and soft loafers. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 27 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 30 Jan. 2026.

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