sunroof

noun

sun·​roof ˈsən-ˌrüf How to pronounce sunroof (audio)
-ˌru̇f
: a panel in an automobile roof that can be opened

Examples of sunroof in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The Grace White leather interior, meanwhile, is loaded with extras, including a bespoke dashboard clock, lambswool floor mats, a glass sunroof, a leather headliner, picnic tables, and massaging seats in the rear. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2024 Police believed the suspect had taken off in a distinctive maroon GMC Yukon Denali — complete with chrome handles, a sunroof and a luggage rack. Emily Palmer, Peoplemag, 14 Aug. 2024 Gaga was later seen outside, popping out of a sunroof with a laptop to play a snippet of a new song from the album, according to video shared by a fan. Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, 29 July 2024 Dion then walked over to her vehicle and stuck her upper body out of its sunroof, before interacting with her waiting fans. Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 26 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for sunroof 

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Word History

First Known Use

1928, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sunroof was in 1928

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“Sunroof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunroof. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.

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sunroof

noun
sun·​roof -ˌrüf How to pronounce sunroof (audio)
-ˌru̇f
: a panel in the roof of an automobile that can be opened
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