sundress

noun

sun·​dress ˈsən-ˌdres 

: a dress with an abbreviated bodice usually exposing the shoulders, arms, and back

Examples of sundress in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The mom-of-three—who is married to Henry Hager—put her arm around her eldest daughter Mila, 13, who looked like a mini version of the TV personality in a black sleeveless sundress and matching white sandals. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 23 Aug. 2026

Among the items available are sundresses and dresses for homecoming, after-5 and mother-of-the-bride; dress pants and shirts; ties; and school performance attire. — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026

Shawkat wore an airy sundress with watercolor yellow and black-and-white leaf panelling, with her own pair of white stripe adidas. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026

Trendy Queen Mini Sundress For a more formal take on an athletic travel dress, this flowy sundress has an elevated look made from a comfortable, polyester-spandex stretchy material. — Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sundress

• grundriss
• wondrous