glass
UK: ɡlɑːs | US: ɡlæs
n. 1. a hard, brittle substance, typically transparent or translucent, used for windows, containers, etc.
n. 2. a drinking container made of glass.
n. 3. (the glass) a mirror or lens.
vt. 1. to fit or cover with glass.
The word "glass" originates from Old English glæs, derived from Proto-Germanic glasam, meaning "a glowing or shining substance." This reflects the early association of glass with its translucent and reflective properties, likely linked to its use in beads or decorative objects. The term has remained remarkably stable in form and meaning across Germanic languages, emphasizing its ancient and functional role in human culture.
She filled the glass with water and handed it to me.
The artist carefully shaped the molten glass into a vase.
He cleaned his glasses before reading the newspaper.
The greenhouse is made entirely of tempered glass.
The skyscraper’s glass facade reflected the sunset beautifully.