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

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Monochromatic interiors match the earthy hues of the desert, and internal courtyards allow for quiet moments of reflection, while light wells and geometric sunroofs provide tons of natural light but also purposeful cross ventilation. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025 My test vehicle came loaded with more than $9,000 in options, including $1,495 each for a panoramic sunroof and 21-inch wheels, $2,495 for a Comfort and Convenience Package, and $3,255 for a Super Cruise Package that adds GM’s hands-free highway-driving system and automated parking. PCMAG, 6 Feb. 2025 Buyers can add luxuries like heated rear seats, a video rear view camera, and a panoramic sunroof and still come in under $40K—giving buyers a lot of bang for their buck. Scotty Reiss, Parents, 6 Feb. 2025 Then there’s the panoramic glass sunroof that covers essentially the entire rooftop. Scott Kramer, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for sunroof 

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 14 Feb. 2025.

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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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