English Reference
Noun

sunroof

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US /ˈsənˌɹuf/ UK /sˈʌnɹuːf/ sun·roof UK spelling sunroofs

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.


SIMPLE

The sunroof is open so we can feel the breeze.

CONTEXTUAL

We spent the entire afternoon driving with the sunroof open to enjoy the warm weather and the view.

COMPLEX

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.


From sun + roof.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Level B1 · Intermediate
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