borosilicate glass

American  

noun

1. a glass containing 5 percent or more of B 2 O 3 , highly resistant to heat and shock, used especially in making cookware and chemical glassware.

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borosilicate glass British  

noun

1. any of a range of heat- and chemical-resistant glasses, such as Pyrex, prepared by fusing together boron(III) oxide, silicon dioxide, and, usually, a metal oxide

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Etymology

Origin of borosilicate glass

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

The collection of works for this show, featuring a number of new pieces, mixes glass, earth, stone, lace and bronze elements, along with some bronze cast and borosilicate glass forms that Akashi recovered from the rubble of her studio.

From Los Angeles Times

This handmade glass candlestick made of colorful borosilicate glass is an elegant way to elevate the mood, on its own, or in pairs, illuminated by a candle or standing alone.

From Los Angeles Times

Made of heat-proof, borosilicate glass, it’s dishwasher-safe.

From Los Angeles Times

Made in two sizes of borosilicate glass, a material that was created for laboratory equipment, they’re produced in Hungary by Trendglas Jena.

From New York Times

Surprise the distinguished dad with this classy whiskey tumbler made of Borosilicate glass, complete with a built-in cigar rest, and watch him enjoy his favorite rituals together, in style.

From Seattle Times