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Glass

Verb / glæs / Another word for glass — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Glass is a hard, transparent material used to make windows, drinking containers, and other objects.

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Common collocations

  • drinking glass
  • wine glass
  • glass ceiling
  • broken glass
  • stained glass
  • glass door
  • glass table
  • glass eye

Word family

noun glass
verb glaze
adjective glassy

Usage note

'Glass' most commonly refers to the material, but can also refer to a drinking vessel made of this material. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The glass window shattered during the storm.
  2. I like to drink water from a glass.
  3. The artist blew a beautiful glass vase.
  4. The scientist used a beaker made of glass to conduct the experiment.
  5. The bartender filled the tumbler with ice and poured the drink.

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