1
: a convex lens for converging the sun's rays
2
sunglasses plural : glasses to protect the eyes from the sun

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Choose from contemporary yet classic silhouettes in classic readers and sunglasses for men and women. ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026 When packing for a day at the pool, Alleycvt says her essentials are sunscreen, sunglasses, water, a towel and something to listen to music on, like AirPods. Lisa Kocay, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The pair is the most versatile women’s sunglasses that the Travel + Leisure team has tested. Mariana Zapata, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2026 In the photos, Longoria is seen walking along the shore and cooling off in the ocean with Baston in a pair of sunglasses and a blue string bikini, which showcased her slim figure. Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 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 13 Aug. 2026.

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