sunbathe

verb

sun·​bathe ˈsən-ˌbāt͟h How to pronounce sunbathe (audio)
sunbathed; sunbathing; sunbathes
sunbather noun

Examples of sunbathe in a Sentence

People were sunbathing on the beach.
Recent Examples on the Web Dozens of people sunbathed on the seawall; others sipped Spritzes at the cafés lining the promenade. David Amsden, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2024 Spanning two decks, the owner’s suite comprises a spacious stateroom with a skylight and fireplace, dual bathrooms, two dressing rooms, and a private Jacuzzi with a sunbathing area. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sunbathe 

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Word History

Etymology

back-formation from sunbather

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sunbathe was in 1917

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Cite this Entry

“Sunbathe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunbathe. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

sunbathe

verb
sun·​bathe -ˌbāt͟h How to pronounce sunbathe (audio)
: to expose oneself to sunlight or a sunlamp especially to get a tan
sunbather noun
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