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sunglasses

n. C / U
A1 Beginner US //ˈsənˌɡɫæsɪz// UK //sˈʌŋɡlɑːsɪz// sun·glass·es Informal

n. 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.


SIMPLE

I always wear sunglasses when I drive on sunny days.

CONTEXTUAL

She forgot her sunglasses at home and had to squint against the glare of the ocean all afternoon.

COMPLEX

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.

Synonyms
Etymology 1

From sun + glasses.

Etymology 2

From sunglass + -es.

Usage

Usually plural; when referring to a single item, it is often paired with 'a pair of'.

Pitfall

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.

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