glass cutter

noun

1. a tool for cutting glass.
2. a person who cuts glass into specified sizes.
3. a person who etches designs onto or otherwise decorates the surface of glass.

Other Words From

• glass cutting noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of glass cutter¹

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

Procure a large water bottle and have a glass cutter cut the top off so that the lower portion will form a jar about 8-1/2 in.

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It never occurred to you that he couldn't cut a plate glass window with a glass cutter?

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Pant went out after lunch to return with a cheap looking-glass and a glass cutter.

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Or, they may use a glass cutter to remove a section of the window.

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The tools required are a glass cutter, a heavy knife and soldering appliances.

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