sunbreak

American  

[suhn-breyk] / ˈsʌnˌbreɪk /

Also sunbreaker

noun

1. a projection from the side of a building for intercepting part of the sunlight falling upon the adjacent surface.

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Etymology

Origin of sunbreak

First recorded in 1820–30; sun + break

Example Sentences

A perfectly timed sunbreak made the state-of-the-art renovations sparkle as majority owner Adrian Hanauer gathered his entire staff, including players and Sammy the mascot, in a massive circle on the grass field for a welcome meeting.

From Seattle Times

A sunbreak describes “short-lived openings in the clouds in Seattle’s infamously sun-starved climate,” clarified a reader.

From Seattle Times

Fans now playing the game on the latest Xbox or PlayStation consoles should also look forward to the massive Sunbreak expansion pack coming in the spring.

From Washington Times

Sunbreak here at the office has bumped the temperature up to 44°.

From Seattle Times

Early-blooming bulbs in shades of yellow furnish the soggy garden with light, a virtual sunbreak if you will, and are economical enough to encourage lavish planting.

From Seattle Times