mirror Definition
a surface, typically of glass coated with a metal amalgam, which reflects a clear image.
Using mirror: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mirror" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She looked at herself in the mirror.
Example
The car's side mirror was broken.
Example
The room was decorated with mirrors on every wall.
mirror Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for mirror
- speculum
- looking glass
- reflecting surface
Phrases with mirror
smoke and mirrors
something that is deceptive or illusory
Example
The politician's promises were just smoke and mirrors to win the election.
Example
The butterfly's wings were a mirror image of each other.
Example
She noticed a blemish on her face in the mirror.
Origins of mirror
from Old French 'mirour', from Latin 'mirare', meaning 'to look at'
Summary: mirror in Brief
A 'mirror' [ˈmɪrər] is a reflective surface, often made of glass coated with a metal amalgam, that produces a clear image. It is commonly used for personal grooming, as in 'She looked at herself in the mirror,' and for decorative purposes, as in 'The room was decorated with mirrors on every wall.' The phrase 'smoke and mirrors' refers to something that is deceptive or illusory.
