glassmaker

noun

glass·​mak·​er ˈglas-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce glassmaker (audio)
: one that makes glass
glassmaking noun

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During Maison&Objet, the two unveiled a special collection of glassware called a Venetian Oasis, which includes pieces that were crafted by Murano glassmakers. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026 Thomas Edison tapped Lobmeyr to make the crystal for the first-ever electric chandelier in 1883, cementing the Austrian glassmaker’s legendary reputation. Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 4 Jan. 2026 The packaging was designed in collaboration with a premier French glassmaker to dazzle with subtle shimmer glistening through the tube. Deanna Pai, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2025 In Murano, a glassmaker bends over the furnace, coaxing color from fire. Big Think, 9 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for glassmaker

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First Known Use

1576, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of glassmaker was in 1576

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“Glassmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glassmaker. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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glassmaker

noun
glass·​mak·​er -ˌmā-kər How to pronounce glassmaker (audio)
: a person who makes glass
glassmaking noun
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