glazing

noun

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

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His ancestors brought the original techniques of glazing and firing that create its distinct colors. New York Times, 13 Dec. 2025 The home's interior, which is arranged over two floors, is open and light-filled, thanks to generous glazing, including double glass doors which really open it up to the outside. New Atlas, 12 Dec. 2025 Rather than icing dozens of cookies by hand, try glazing or dipping the cookie itself into icing to cut down on time and effort. Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025 Looking closer at the space, the main entrance is defined by the original interior vestibule for the building, complete with original curved glazing and windowpane glass that’s over a century old. Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for glazing

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 20 Dec. 2025.

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