aviator glasses
Americanplural noun
Etymology
Origin of aviator glasses
First recorded in 1945–50
Example Sentences
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When Carl Lentz co-founded Hillsong Church New York in 2010, he emerged as a media spectacle known particularly for his unconventional look: tattoo sleeves, body piercings, Supreme sweatshirts, sagging pants, snapbacks and aviator glasses.
From Salon • May 27, 2023
The array from Abu-Jamal’s archive included a box of art supplies, a clear-plastic prison radio and a pair of his heavy-framed plastic aviator glasses.
From New York Times • Aug. 24, 2022
The president removed his trademark aviator glasses at one point to wipe away a tear after visiting the memorial to victims like 9-year-old Ellie Garcia, who loved basketball and riding bikes.
From Washington Times • May 29, 2022
He’s also a symbol in this young country that is home to Dubai, where his silhouette in aviator glasses remains a popular car window sticker.
From Seattle Times • May 17, 2022
“I get to be deep with myself,” Bundy said, his aviator glasses glinting in the sun.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2020
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