sunshade

noun

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

Examples of sunshade in a Sentence

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Second-row passengers are treated to heated seats and sunshades, while tri-zone climate control keeps everyone comfortable. Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026 Park in the shade or use a sunshade Parking in the shade can help keep car interiors cool, which would reduce the need for heavy air conditioning. Keith Laing, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026 Only clear lenses are available, but Even offers clip-on sunshades in gray, brown, or green for $99 each. Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026 Other features include heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, power-folding third-row seats, sunshades for second- and third-row windows, plenty of USB ports, tri-zone climate control, and a 10-inch center screen large enough to watch an IMAX 3D movie. Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 15 Mar. 2026 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 23 Apr. 2026.

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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