glasswork

[glas-wurk, glahs-]

noun

1. the manufacture of glass and glassware.

2. articles of glass collectively; glassware.

3. the fitting of glass; glazing.

glasswork

/ ˈɡlɑːsˌwɜːk /

noun

1. the production of glassware

2. the fitting of glass

3. articles of glass

Other Word Forms

• glass-worker noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of glasswork¹

First recorded in 1605–15; glass + work

Example Sentences

As a consequence, they are often hidden under fallen leaves and only for a brief period produce above-ground flowers that look like glasswork.

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The “Murano” on the vase’s bottom referred to the island in Venice that has been famous for its glasswork since the 13th century.

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In the glassworks and watercolors that he keeps in the studio where he has lived since the early 2000s, no religious motifs can be seen.

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More than 300 makers will turn out to offer handmade art — in a variety of media such as sculpture, glasswork, photography and home décor — at booths by Bellevue Square.

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Located right by the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass focuses on his unique glasswork.

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