pier glass

noun

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: a large high mirror

especially : one designed to occupy the wall space between windows

called also pier mirror

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pier glass was in 1703

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“Pier glass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pier%20glass. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.

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pier glass

noun

: a tall narrow mirror

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