glazing

noun

glaz·​ing ˈglā-ziŋ 

1

: the action, process, or trade of fitting windows with glass

2

a

: glasswork

b

: glaze

3

: transparent material (such as glass) used for windows

Examples of glazing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

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

This is a property configured for outdoor-indoor living, with wide floor-to-ceiling glazing panels that sweep open to bring unobstructed views across the sea to the mainland inside. —Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024

The snug space fits four adults in comfort and is nicely finished in cedar tongue and groove walls, generous glazing, a stereo system and an electric sauna heater. —New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing glazing

• double glazing