sunshade

noun

sun·shade ˈsən-ˌshād

Synonyms of sunshade

: something used as a protection from the sun's rays: such as

: parasol

: awning

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Deputies went to the resort and found the vehicle backed into a space near Unit 2A with a windshield sunshade in place, the driver’s side window partially down and a duffle bag visible in the back, Hernandez wrote in his report. — David Goodhue august 21, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026 One Pro, though an opaque snap-on sunshade is included to improve contrast and block out any distractions that might come through the tint. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 6 Aug. 2026 For example, adding plants, curtains, or sunshades adds extra coverage to your porch add extra coverage to your porch, making a big difference in the temperature. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 20 July 2026 Park in shade when possible, use a windshield sunshade, and when climbing back into a hot car, turn the air conditioning on with recirculation off. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunshade

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First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sunshade was in 1842

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sunshade

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: something (as a parasol) used to protect from the sun's rays

sunshade

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