NYT Dictionary

MOONROOF

NounMOON-roofmoon-roof · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2024, 2026

Meaning

A sunroof that has a clear glass panel, rather than being opaque, so that light can enter the vehicle even when the roof is closed.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From moon + roof, patterned on sunroof. Coined by the Ford Motor Company in the 1970s.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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