Glasses
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡlɑːsɪz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Glasses is a noun meaning plural of glass.
Meaning
plural of glass.
More Meanings
- Spectacles, frames bearing two lenses worn in front of the eyes.
- Field glasses; binoculars.
- third-person singular simple present indicative of glass
Example Sentences
He had his Zeiss glasses in his hand. "I focused it before it got over the trees," said he.
Ladies are usually conveyed about Calcutta, or any where for short distances, in a kind of palanquin, called a boҫhah... Its deep shape, and its seat, much resemble the [English sedan chair]; but having two doors, one on each side, with one window in front, as well as a small one behind, all furnished with Venetians and glasses, give it, in those respects, some claim to alliance with the [chariot].
Synonyms for glasses
Depending on context, synonyms include eyeglasses, specs, biopticon, spectacles.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include eyeglasses, specs, spectacles, beakers, beers, bifocals.
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