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glazing

GLAY-zihng

Glazing (noun) means the glass fitted into a window or similar opening, or the process of fitting it. Example: “The old windows were replaced with double glazing to save on heating.”

noun
1
The glass fitted into a window or similar opening, or the process of fitting it.
"The old windows were replaced with double glazing to save on heating."
"The workshop specializes in glazing for historic buildings."
2
A thin coat of paint or other substance applied over a surface to add shine or depth.
"The artist added a glazing of translucent color over the underpainting."

How to use glazing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishGlass fitted in a window (or the job of fitting it), or a thin decorative coating in painting.

Common pairings
double glazing window glazing

Word forms

glazings plural

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The old windows were replaced with double _____ to save on heating.

Etymology

From Middle English glasynge, formed from glaze plus -ing.

Origin: Middle English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “glazing” mean?

The word “glazing” means the glass fitted into a window or similar opening, or the process of fitting it. In plain terms, glass fitted in a window (or the job of fitting it), or a thin decorative coating in painting.

How do you pronounce “glazing”?

“Glazing” is pronounced GLAY-zihng (/ˈɡleɪzɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “glazing” in a sentence?

Here is “glazing” used in a sentence: “The old windows were replaced with double glazing to save on heating.”

What part of speech is “glazing”?

“Glazing” is a noun.

Where does the word “glazing” come from?

The word “glazing” comes from Middle English. From Middle English glasynge, formed from glaze plus -ing.

How many meanings does “glazing” have?

“Glazing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the glass fitted into a window or similar opening, or the process of fitting it.

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