handblown

adjective

hand·​blown ˈhan(d)-ˈblōn How to pronounce handblown (audio)
: made by glassblowing and molded by hand

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Or trompe l’oeil gifts of all varieties: There's an upside-down cake candle, a handblown glass camembert Christmas tree ornament from John Derian, and even a croissant lamp, made out of an actual croissant! Chloe Malle, Vogue, 22 Nov. 2024 This stunning vase is made of handblown glass and features stunning colors that will take their home decor to the next level. Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 9 Oct. 2024 Perfect for fancy dessert parties or fancier coffee bars, the new press features a crystal-clear handblown glass outer tube complemented by an anodized aluminum plunger and stainless steel filter cap. New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2024 Ju Workshop and Boutique Fans of handblown glass will be delighted with the creative pieces handmade and on display at this workshop and boutique. Jeanine Barone, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for handblown 

Word History

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of handblown was in 1885

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“Handblown.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handblown. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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