fi·ber·glass
ˈfī-bər-ˌglas 
1
: glass in fibrous form used in making various products (such as glass wool for insulation)
2
: a composite structural material of plastic and fiberglass
fiberglassed; fiberglassing; fiberglasses
: to protect or repair by applying fiberglass
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Pete M. Anderson, Field & Stream, 28 Sep. 2023
Boasting a fiberglass production capacity of up to 2 million tons, the company operates five production bases worldwide.
—Will Steakin, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2023
While the fiberglass construction makes this rake inherently light at 2 pounds, its lightness doesn’t detract from its solid build.
—Gabriel Morgan, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2023
It was followed, in years to come, by stints at other restaurants, a supermarket and a fiberglass factory, and as a day laborer.
—Marisa Gerber, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2023
Some furniture pulls double duty, like a green, fiberglass coffee table in the lounge that doubles as a desk.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 16 Oct. 2023
The blades are self sharpening and last up to five years, and the cutting guards are reinforced with tough fiberglass material to prevent buckling and bending to help with an even trim.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 16 Oct. 2023
For fiberglass tubs and surrounds: $695 for a first-time coating.
—Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2023
Over time, though, both the vintage roadside sign with the flashing neon arrow and the fiberglass pig perched on the restaurant’s roof had started to show signs of their years of neglect.
—Bob Carlton | Bcarlton@al.com, al, 23 Aug. 2023
Andy Cochrane, Popular Mechanics, 2 Sep. 2021
Nonskid deck wax is similar to fiberglass waxes but is specifically for boats with nonskid decking.
—Max Inchausti, Field & Stream, 9 Jan. 2023
The sculptures are constructed from a medley of materials, from wood to fiberglass to clay, and their subject matter varies widely as well.
—Jeanine Barone, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022
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Noun
The backbone on this rod is excellent thanks to the one-piece graphite and fiberglass construction.
—Pete M. Anderson, Field & Stream, 28 Sep. 2023
Boasting a fiberglass production capacity of up to 2 million tons, the company operates five production bases worldwide.
—Will Steakin, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2023
While the fiberglass construction makes this rake inherently light at 2 pounds, its lightness doesn’t detract from its solid build.
—Gabriel Morgan, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2023
It was followed, in years to come, by stints at other restaurants, a supermarket and a fiberglass factory, and as a day laborer.
—Marisa Gerber, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2023
Some furniture pulls double duty, like a green, fiberglass coffee table in the lounge that doubles as a desk.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 16 Oct. 2023
The blades are self sharpening and last up to five years, and the cutting guards are reinforced with tough fiberglass material to prevent buckling and bending to help with an even trim.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 16 Oct. 2023
For fiberglass tubs and surrounds: $695 for a first-time coating.
—Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2023
Over time, though, both the vintage roadside sign with the flashing neon arrow and the fiberglass pig perched on the restaurant’s roof had started to show signs of their years of neglect.
—Bob Carlton | Bcarlton@al.com, al, 23 Aug. 2023
Verb
Then fiberglass the exterior plywood panel seams.
—Andy Cochrane, Popular Mechanics, 2 Sep. 2021
Nonskid deck wax is similar to fiberglass waxes but is specifically for boats with nonskid decking.
—Max Inchausti, Field & Stream, 9 Jan. 2023
The sculptures are constructed from a medley of materials, from wood to fiberglass to clay, and their subject matter varies widely as well.
—Jeanine Barone, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022
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fi·ber·glass
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: glass in the form of fibers used in making various products (as yarn, insulation, or boats)
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