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glaze

[ɡleɪz]

glaze Definition

  • 1a thin, smooth, shiny coating on the surface of a material
  • 2a mixture of powdered sugar and liquid that is drizzled over baked goods for decoration or to add sweetness
  • 3to cover with a thin, smooth, shiny coating

Using glaze: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "glaze" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The potter applied a glaze to the ceramic vase.

  • Example

    The donut was covered in a sweet glaze.

  • Example

    The windows were glazed to keep out the cold.

  • Example

    She used a brush to glaze the ham with honey.

glaze Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for glaze

Antonyms for glaze

Phrases with glaze

  • a mixture of powdered sugar and liquid that is drizzled over baked goods for decoration or to add sweetness

    Example

    The baker added a sugar glaze to the top of the cinnamon rolls.

  • to become dull or lifeless, often due to boredom or disinterest

    Example

    Her eyes glazed over as she listened to the long lecture.

  • a type of donut that is covered in a sweet glaze

    Example

    I always order a glazed donut with my coffee in the morning.

Origins of glaze

from Middle English 'glasen', meaning 'to fit with glass'

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Summary: glaze in Brief

The verb 'glaze' [ɡleɪz] means to cover with a thin, smooth, shiny coating. It can refer to a thin, smooth, shiny coating on the surface of a material, such as a ceramic vase or a window. It can also refer to a mixture of powdered sugar and liquid that is drizzled over baked goods for decoration or to add sweetness. Examples include 'The potter applied a glaze to the ceramic vase.' and 'The donut was covered in a sweet glaze.'