sunshade

noun

sun·​shade ˈsən-ˌshād How to pronounce sunshade (audio)
: something used as a protection from the sun's rays: such as
a
b
: awning

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Hyundai issued another notice on Nov. 7 for nearly 35,000 Sante Fe and Sante Fe hybrid vehicles for defective sunshades that failed to meet regulatory standards. Ty Roush, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024 Giving an Osprey gift card allows your recipient to pick up the right goods to better their adventures—perhaps an accessory for their new Poco SLT, like a sunshade with SPF 50. Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024 Options include a Bang & Olufsen premium audio system, wireless device charging, tri-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof, a power rear-window sunshade and manual rear side-window sunshades. James Raia, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024 Wagons come in all shapes and sizes and a wide range of price points: from basic plastic options with two seats to luxury picks that offer reclining seats, tons of storage, mosquito nets, UV protective sunshades, and infant car seat adapters. Maya Polton, Parents, 6 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sunshade 

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sunshade was in 1842

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“Sunshade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunshade. Accessed 9 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

sunshade

noun
sun·​shade -ˌshād How to pronounce sunshade (audio)
: something (as a parasol) used to protect from the sun's rays

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