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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Next to her is a bulging Balenciaga mini bag, and a pair of oversized sunglasses on her head are perched atop a mop of jet black curls. Rachel Brodsky, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026 Don’t forget the necessities, like strappy sandals and chic sunglasses. India Roby, Glamour, 28 May 2026 Alamo’s face appears, from time to time, his sharp eyes hidden behind a pair of menacing sunglasses. Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 Canadian travel brand Monos is entering the eyewear category with the launch of Mira, a six-style sunglasses collection that extends its product range beyond luggage and travel accessories. Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 28 May 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 4 Jun. 2026.

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