sundress

noun

sun·​dress ˈsən-ˌdres How to pronounce sundress (audio)
Synonyms of sundressnext
: a dress with an abbreviated bodice usually exposing the shoulders, arms, and back

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Shawkat wore an airy sundress with watercolor yellow and black-and-white leaf panelling, with her own pair of white stripe adidas. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026 Trendy Queen Mini Sundress For a more formal take on an athletic travel dress, this flowy sundress has an elevated look made from a comfortable, polyester-spandex stretchy material. — Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026 With plenty of summer still ahead, my mom is refreshing her wardrobe with a few sundresses from the retailer. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 Dress in airy sundresses, thong heeled sandals, seashell jewelry, or beaded necklaces. — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sundress

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sundress was in 1875

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“Sundress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sundress. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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