as in polishes
a smooth and shiny surface
The pot is covered with a bright red glaze. doughnuts with a chocolate glaze
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Recent Examples of glazes
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025
Every Jono Pandolfi piece is hand-thrown and undergoes a unique production process, and Jono and his team are constantly experimenting with new glazes, techniques, and forms.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
There are also a wide array of berry, honey, chocolate and many other glazes and doughnut styles.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
To make the most of Colorado’s short growing seasons, Glover plans to stock up on stone fruits–peaches, plums, nectarines—this summer to preserve as sauces and glazes.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
That sums up this cake deliciously—and the two glazes just put it over the top.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025
Every Jono Pandolfi piece is hand-thrown and undergoes a unique production process, and Jono and his team are constantly experimenting with new glazes, techniques, and forms.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
There are also a wide array of berry, honey, chocolate and many other glazes and doughnut styles.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
To make the most of Colorado’s short growing seasons, Glover plans to stock up on stone fruits–peaches, plums, nectarines—this summer to preserve as sauces and glazes.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glazes
Verb
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The onions should fall apart, creating a thick, rich sauce that coats the meat.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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Further experiments revealed that the extracellular vesicles stopped senescence by using the extracellular matrix protein fibronectin, which coats their surfaces and then causes a release of enzymes that block the effects of oxidative stress which unleash senescence.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This Halloween espresso martini shines when paired with rich, indulgent treats that complement its coffee and orange flavors.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2025
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And, since the power of a novel is tied to presence, what Dmitri and Ivan stand for shines forth more strongly.—
Karl Ove Knausgaard,
New Yorker,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The ash of the cigarette glows in the darkness of the truck.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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Essentially the second tone knob engages an onboard distortion circuit, and when it's activated, a rendering of Godzilla on the pickguard glows and pulsates, the brightness varying depending on the gain levels.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This tiny house is fashioned with modern finishes, creating a sleek aesthetic that looks elegant and high-end.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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Retailing for $550, the shoes come in a wide range of colors and finishes, running the gamut from brown croc-embossed to khaki suede.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The single-button power control is a favorite feature of our reviewer Williams, as well as the fluffy optic cleaner head that cleans and polishes her hard floors.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
25 Sep. 2025
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Next, the gel polishes themselves had to work with the specific wavelengths of the Olive & June lamp.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Complement your new set with a MAC lip liner and lipstick kit, which can be layered underneath either of the Yves Saint Laurent glosses.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
24 Dec. 2025
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There’s no denying that 2025 was a big year for blush blindness and a full-fledged renaissance of juicy lip combos—balms, glosses, stains, liners, and everything in between.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
18 Dec. 2025
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“Glazes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glazes. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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