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

For the prefab kits, the team swapped out the original steel framework for more weather-resistant aluminum, and upgraded both the glazing and panels to meet current performance standards. —Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026

For other applications, like glazing desserts, preparing a marinade, or swirling into baked goods, choosing based on texture and sweetness can yield better results. —Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026

When hot, add chicken to tray and air fry until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees, 14-15 minutes. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees, then allow to rest for 5 minutes before glazing. —Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 8 Apr. 2026

Generous glazing helps make the interior feel light and open, including sliding glass doors in the living room. —Adam Williams april 02, New Atlas, 2 Apr. 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
• lasing
• phasing
• phrasing
• praising
• raising
• razing