glazing

noun

glaz·​ing ˈglā-ziŋ 

1

: the action, process, or trade of fitting windows with glass

2

a

: glasswork

b

: glaze

3

: transparent material (such as glass) used for windows

Examples of glazing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Long horizontal lines and bands of glazing run from the near-vertical bow to the cascading aft decks, giving the vessel a sense of movement even at rest. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2026

The interior of the home is finished in white tongue-and-groove paneling and looks bright and airy thanks to its generous glazing and high ceilings. — Adam Williams july 27, New Atlas, 27 July 2026

From waitressing, to teaching, to glazing hams, stars have worked in a number of fields to make money (and get in some serious people watching). — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

Whisk in powdered sugar until smooth and of glazing consistency. — Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing glazing

• double glazing

Rhymes for glazing

• blazing
• brazing
• crazing
• gazing
• grazing
• hazing
• phasing
• phrasing
• praising
• raising
• razing
• amazing