sunroof

noun

sun·​roof ˈsən-ˌrüf How to pronounce sunroof (audio)
-ˌru̇f
: a panel in an automobile roof that can be opened

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The sunroof is disappointingly small, which, whatever. Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 12 Mar. 2026 Available alloy aluminum wheels, LED lighting, and a panoramic sunroof. Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026 Business boomed when auto importers started requesting additional services such as undercoating and retrofits of sunroofs and moldings. Chris Koseluk, HollywoodReporter, 6 Mar. 2026 The floating center console creates handbag storage and an available dual pane sunroof floods the cabin with light. Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunroof

Word History

First Known Use

1928, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sunroof was in 1928

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“Sunroof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunroof. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.

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sunroof

noun
sun·​roof -ˌrüf How to pronounce sunroof (audio)
-ˌru̇f
: a panel in the roof of an automobile that can be opened
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