Word Noun
sunroof
n.
countable
B1 Intermediate US /ˈsənˌɹuf/ UK /sˈʌnɹuːf/ sun·roof UK spelling sunroofs
Definition
n.a glass window in the roof of a car that you can open to let in fresh air and sunlight.
n.a transparent panel in the roof of a vehicle that can be opened to allow for ventilation and natural light.
Examples
“The sunroof is open so we can feel the breeze.”
“We spent the entire afternoon driving with the sunroof open to enjoy the warm weather and the view.”
“Modern luxury sedans often feature panoramic sunroofs that extend across the entire roofline, providing an unobstructed view of the sky and significantly enhancing the cabin's sense of space.”
Etymology
From sun + roof.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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