sunglasses
n. C / Un. dark glasses that you wear to protect your eyes from the sun.
n. protective eyewear with tinted lenses designed to prevent bright sunlight and high-energy visible light from damaging or discomforting the eyes.
I always wear sunglasses when I drive on sunny days.
She forgot her sunglasses at home and had to squint against the glare of the ocean all afternoon.
While primarily functional for UV protection, sunglasses have evolved into a significant fashion accessory that can signal personal style or provide a sense of privacy in public spaces.
From sun + glasses.
From sunglass + -es.
Usually plural; when referring to a single item, it is often paired with 'a pair of'.
I bought a sunglassesI bought a pair of sunglassesLike 'pants' or 'scissors', this is a plural-only noun that requires 'a pair of' for a single unit.