noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A fixed or operable opening in a vehicle roof (car or truck) which allows fresh air and/or light to enter the passenger compartment. A sunroof may include a transparent or opaque panel and may be manually operated or power driven.
2. 2
   an automobile roof having a sliding or raisable panel wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

sunshine roofsunshine-roof

Example

More examples

"Ziri opened the sunroof of his car."

Etymology

From sun + roof.

Related phrases

through the sunroof

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