sunroof

noun

sun·​roof ˈsən-ˌrüf How to pronounce sunroof (audio)
-ˌru̇f
: a panel in an automobile roof that can be opened

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The company ultimately hopes to expand the technology beyond the sunroof and onto other parts of the vehicle, potentially allowing an EV to generate enough electricity for up to 80 km (50 miles) of driving range per day. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026 With the light dappling down from a sunroof, my dress was presented in all her glory. — Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026 Featuring an oculus sunroof and white quartz surfaces, guests are asked to keep the room completely silent. — Madeleine Kashkooli, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026 You’re not allowed to stick your head out of a sunroof while going down the road, [and] they got pulled over. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunroof

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First Known Use

1928, in the meaning defined above

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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 4 Sep. 2026.

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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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