glazed

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adjective

ˈglāzd How to pronounce glazed (audio)
Synonyms of glazednext
1
: covered or coated with a glaze
glazed pottery
glazed fish
glazed doughnuts
2
: covered with or as if with a glassy film
glazed eyes
3
: marked by lack of expression

glazed

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past tense and past participle of glaze entry 1, glaze entry 3

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Adjective
Chrome For a touch of flair, this manicure features a soft pink polish finished with an iridescent chrome sheen, giving the nails a glazed effect. — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026 The pop of color embellished her eyes, taking center stage next to her glazed complexion and chin-length bob. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 24 July 2026 Remember that porous planters and hanging baskets will dry out more quickly than plastic or glazed pots. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 16 June 2026 Stainless steel and glazed ceramic bowls also tend to be easier to keep clean than scratched plastic bowls, which can trap bacteria in small grooves over time. — Usa Today, USA Today, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for glazed

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First Known Use

Adjective

1540, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of glazed was in 1540

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