glazing

noun

glaz·​ing ˈglā-ziŋ How to pronounce glazing (audio)
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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The City Edition courts push the boundaries with more glazing, staining and aggressive colors. Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 The home also features generous glazing, as well as some shutters, and drop-down tables outside the kitchen for serving food during parties or simply dining outside. Adam Williams, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2024 Named after an important 15th Century poet, author, linguist and statesman, the Alisher Navoi International Scientific Research Centre will be defined by large swooping arches and expansive glazing. Adam Williams, New Atlas, 18 Oct. 2024 Otherwise, natural materials like stone, wood, and cork in combination with white paint create a fresh, bright, and airy interior, naturally lit by the home’s surprisingly ample glazing. Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2024 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 8 Nov. 2024.

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