glazing

noun
UK: /ˈɡleɪzɪŋ/
US: /ˈɡleɪzɪŋ/

  1. The act of fitting windows with glass.

    1. The glazing is complete; now for the painting.
    2. The new glazing improved the building's insulation and reduced energy costs.

  2. Glass or windows in general.

    1. The glazing was dirty, so I cleaned it.
    2. Damaged glazing requires immediate repair to prevent water damage inside the structure.

  3. A thin, transparent or semi-transparent coating applied to a surface.

    1. Apply glazing to the cake for a shiny look.
    2. The ceramic artist applied a special glazing to enhance the color and texture of the pot.

Synonyms

veneer window icing coating glass
glazing verb

  1. Applying a glaze to something, such as pottery or food.

    1. She is glazing the ceramic pot now.
    2. He was glazing the ham with honey to give it a sweet, caramelized flavor.

  2. Fitting windows with glass.

    1. The company is glazing new office buildings.
    2. They are glazing the sunroom to protect it from harsh weather conditions.

  3. To become covered with a smooth, shiny surface.

    1. The ice was glazing over quickly.
    2. The road was glazing due to the sudden drop in temperature, making driving hazardous.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "glazing" in English means: The act of fitting windows with glass., Glass or windows in general., A thin, transparent or semi-transparent coating applied to a surface..

The phonetic transcription of "glazing" is /ˈɡleɪzɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈɡleɪzɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "glazing": veneer, window, icing, coating, glass.

Example usage of "glazing": "The glazing is complete; now for the painting.". More examples on the page.