glazing

noun

glaz·​ing ˈglā-ziŋ How to pronounce glazing (audio)
1
: the action, process, or trade of fitting windows with glass
2
a
b
: glaze
3
: transparent material (such as glass) used for windows

Examples of glazing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Highlights include the main living area with its soaring 20-foot-high ceilings, white oak and radiant heated limestone floors, gas fireplace, and double-height glazing. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024 Additionally, the near freezing temperatures could add a light glazing of ice on untreated roads during the morning commute. Drew Dawson, Journal Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2024 Her life revolves around the routine of creating, throwing, glazing, firing, packing, selling and repeating. The Indianapolis Star, 4 Jan. 2024 Continue baking and glazing ham: Return ham to oven, and bake at 400°F until top is lightly caramelized a thermometer inserted into thickest portion of meat registers 145°F, about 30 minutes, brushing with remaining glaze every 10 minutes. Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2023 Designed for beginners, the two-hour class is open to all levels, hooks you up with all materials including firing and glazing and is, of course, 420-friendly. Kamren Curiel, Los Angeles Times, 17 Nov. 2023 The main deck salon, for instance, has glazing that extends below the lateral walkways to ensure a view of the water even from the sofas. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2024 Cook shrimp in honey mixture: Return shrimp to skillet, and add honey mixture reserved for glazing. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2023 Do holiday tipping, ham glazing, and hunting down the perfect present for your partner leave you exhausted? Lucy Alexander, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of glazing was in the 15th century

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“Glazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glazing. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.

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