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

Adjust to the season’s swampy weather by opting for a breezy sundress or drop-waist number. — India Roby, Glamour, 21 July 2026

In May, the singer was spotted in a friend’s Instagram post wearing an airy sundress and coordinating white sneakers during a trip to London. — Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

For the occasion, George matched his father in a suit and tie — despite the heat — while Kate was praised for her sage-green cape dress by Emilia Wickstead and Charlotte for her royal-blue sundress. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 13 July 2026

Sitting beside the Practical Magic 2 star, Anna Wintour twinned with Kidman in a cream sundress and her signature dark sunglasses. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sundress

• grundriss
• wondrous