glasses
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/ˈɡlæsɪz/
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/ˈɡlɑːsɪz/
(glass)
transparent material
Etymology
Etymology Information
'glasses' originates from the Old English word 'glæs,' which meant 'glass or mirror.'
Historical Evolution
'glæs' transformed into the Middle English word 'glas,' and eventually became the modern English word 'glass.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'glass or mirror,' but over time it evolved to include 'drinking vessels' and 'spectacles.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a pair of lenses set in a frame that rests on the nose and ears, used to correct or assist defective eyesight.
She put on her glasses to read the fine print.
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Last updated: 2025/01/20 11:27