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.
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Use it to sunbathe or for outdoor barbecues with friends. Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2025 Delivered in 2022, the yacht has a beam (or width) of about 44 feet and spans three decks, with each one offering a selection of spots to sunbathe, stretch out or enjoy a coffee with a view. Katia Damborsky, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025 Holding a small brush that fits the size of their hands, the two work together to brush a herd of cows sunbathing. Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2025 Spring breakers happily sunbathed on the sand, sipped pink slushy cocktails at Señor Frog’s, flirted on the sidewalk and neglected to apply sunblock to their already pink shoulders. Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 22 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunbathe

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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“Sunbathe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunbathe. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.

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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