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

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The Made-in-Italy styles will include sunglasses and optical frames priced between 129 euros and 149 euros, in a mix of classic shapes and more fashion-forward silhouettes. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025 Another security guard opened the door and a petite Filipino woman emerged in dark sunglasses. Jesse Hyde, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2025 The podcast host is weaning big, black sunglasses while resting her head on Abrams’ shoulder. Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025 Sanders and son Shedeur were testy with Norvell during the postgame handshake at Folsom Field, after Norvell commented on Coach Prime's penchant for wearing sunglasses and a hat during interviews. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025 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 26 Oct. 2025.

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