1
: covered or coated with a glaze
glazed pottery
glazed fish
glazed doughnuts
2
: covered with or as if with a glassy film
glazed eyes
3
: marked by lack of expression

Examples of glazed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This is the latest iteration of the glazed look for Bieber and Ganzorigt, who are constantly tweaking the formula of Bieber's now-signature mani. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 15 Mar. 2024 Additionally, customers who have a Feb. 29 birthday can receive a free dozen original glazed doughnuts, no purchase necessary. Gabe Hauari, The Indianapolis Star, 29 Feb. 2024 Patrons who order a dozen original glazed doughnuts can get a second dozen for $2.29 on Thursday. Chris Morris, Fortune, 29 Feb. 2024 His glazed eyes were still open as a grave was dug beside him. Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 22 Feb. 2024 Few snacks take us back to our youth quite like honey buns—glazed yeast pastries laced with cinnamon and honey that sing when warmed. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2024 Serve alongside classic cheesy scalloped potatoes and glazed carrots. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2024 The cute and classic 6-ounce oval piece has two convenient handles on the side and is easy to keep clean thanks to its nearly nonstick glazed interior. Rachel Simon, Travel + Leisure, 13 Feb. 2024 McGrath's post showed a closer look at Christie's transformation, which included a glazed coating to give the face an overall porcelain glass effect, blue eyeshadow, bright colors on the cheeks, pencil-thin brows, and pursed lips. Lauren Huff, EW.com, 26 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of glazed was in 1540

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“Glazed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glazed. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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