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sunglasses

American  
[suhn-glas-iz, -glah-siz] / ˈsʌnˌglæs ɪz, -ˌglɑ sɪz /

plural noun

  1. eyeglasses with colored or tinted lenses that protect the eyes from the glare of sunlight.

sunglasses British  
/ ˈsʌnˌɡlɑːsɪz /

plural noun

  1. glasses with darkened or polarizing lenses that protect the eyes from the sun's glare

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Etymology

Origin of sunglasses

1800–10; sun + glasses

Example Sentences

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The latest collection from men’s creative director Pharrell Williams continues to lean heavily into that visual identity on bags, puffer jackets and sunglasses.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Luxury sunglasses, for example, can have a gross margin of 80%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Ahead of retiring the force said her eye had been removed "so she can enjoy the sun on her face without any irritation, sunglasses or masks - she can simply relax and enjoy herself".

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Shah, who kept his trademark dark sunglasses on for the ceremony, has yet to give a formal speech since winning his seat.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

And there was Sookie on Channel 7, wearing his mirrored sunglasses and speaking into the reporter’s microphone.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen

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