glazes 1 of 2

noun

plural of glaze
as in polishes
a smooth and shiny surface The pot is covered with a bright red glaze. doughnuts with a chocolate glaze

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verb

present tense third-person singular of glaze
as in coats

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Recent Examples of glazes
Noun
Our Top Picks The Heirloom Pick Any piece from Le Creuset is a shoo-in heirloom piece, and these heritage stoneware dishes in the brand’s classic vibrant glazes are no exception. — Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 18 Aug. 2026 Its endless build-your-own combinations allow customers to select from an extensive list of crusts, cheeses, proteins, sauces, veggies, spices and post-bake glazes and drizzles. — Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026 Ceramic Dishware Ceramics and pottery made before the 1970s often contain lead in glazes. — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 7 Aug. 2026 In savory dishes, guava’s sugar content aids in caramelizing marinated meats or can instantly brighten up sauces and glazes paired with proteins. — Su-Jit Lin, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2026 Sherry has a nutty flavor, and balsamic vinegar adds a rich, syrupy tang to glazes. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 July 2026 Winning has afforded him opportunities to sell and market a line of spice rubs, sauces, glazes, seasonings, baths, brines, and injectables. — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026 For example, breading and deep-frying foods, or adding sugary glazes and coatings, can significantly increase their impact on blood sugar levels. — Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 June 2026 He is known for his mastery of natural glazes, mentorship of other artists, and dedication to a humble life despite his professional success. — Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glazes
  1. shines
  2. coats
  3. glows
  4. polishes
  5. finishes
  6. glosses
Noun
  • That’s when the islands’ lush beauty shines, except for occasional afternoon showers.
    — Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
  • This brand is processed, but it’s done so expertly that the natural deliciousness of turkey shines.
    — Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of shines
Verb
  • The formula is thick but non-greasy, and coats skin in comforting moisture that leaves you hydrated for hours.
    — Mary Honkus, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Rinsing helps strip away the alkaline preservative film that often coats synthetic braiding hair.
    — Ayren Jackson-Cannady, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of coats
Noun
  • Hannah Waddingham glows at Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso FYC event at Hammer Museum on July 29 in Los Angeles.
    — People Staff, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Skywatchers should look north during the darkest hours; smartphone cameras can aid in detecting faint glows.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of glows
Verb
  • While a classic button-down shirt is always timeless, a peplum top offers the same wearability with a waist-defining silhouette that instantly polishes any bottom they’re paired with.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The PowerPaste polishes and protects more delicate surfaces, while the Tangerine Clean is more abrasive for serious scrubbing.
    — Brittany VanDerBill, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026
Definition of polishes
Noun
  • For three weeks the world watches cyclists traverse mountains, windswept flats, and chaotic city finishes.
    — Harvard Business Review, Harvard Business Review, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Tehrani-Bagha said chemical binders used in pigment printing and water-repellent finishes could reduce its effectiveness.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of finishes
Noun
  • That was a big thing that everyone in the salons would always be doing is getting the glosses.
    — Lauren Valenti, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Semipermanent hair color At-home glosses and color-depositing conditioners fall somewhere between temporary camouflage and salon color.
    — Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of glosses

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“Glazes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glazes. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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