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moonroof

American  
[moon-roof, -roof] / ˈmunˌruf, -ˌrʊf /

noun

  • moonroofs
    plural
  1. a transparent section of an automobile roof that can be propped open, removed entirely, or remain fixed within the roof.


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Etymology

Origin of moonroof

First recorded in 1965–70; moon + roof

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A GMC sport-utility vehicle’s moonroof fell onto seats where children ride.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 30, 2026

The moonroof was cracked, but the car windows were rolled up.

From National Geographic May 11, 2023

At $41,195, the EX-L includes desirable amenities such as leather seating, heated front chairs, driver assistance technologies and a power moonroof.

From Seattle Times May 4, 2022

Meandering the winding road, moonroof open, wind in our hair and the Valley lights glistening below — it felt magical.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 8, 2021

If you pony up the extra money for the GX, you would get a well-appointed interior that includes heated and cooled leather seats, a moonroof and a power-folding third-row seat.

From Washington Times Jan. 17, 2018

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