"Glassblower" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A person who shapes and constructs objects, such as vases, ornaments, or other decorative items, by blowing and shaping molten glass.
A glass-blower is a person who shapes and forms glass into various objects, such as decorative items, vessels, or ornaments, by blowing air into molten glass and manipulating it with tools while it is still hot and pliable.
Glass-blowing is the process of shaping molten glass into desired forms by blowing it with air into a mold or shape. It is a traditional craft that requires great skill and technique, and is often used to create decorative glass objects, such as ornaments, vases, and sculptures.
Having a transparent or translucent floor or bottom, allowing the object or vessel to be seen from underneath, as in a glass-bottomed boat or aquarium.
The phrase "glass houses" is an idiomatic expression that means a person or entity that is easily criticized or open to criticism because they themselves have flaws or imperfections. It is often used to imply that someone is being hypocritical or double-standard in their criticisms, as they are not above reproach themselves.
The Glass-Steagall Act was a federal law that separated commercial and investment banking activities in the United States. It was passed in 1933 in response to the Great Depression and sought to reduce the risk of bank failures and financial crises by dividing banks into separate commercial lending institutions and investment banking firms. The law was repealed in 1999 with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, allowing commercial banks to again engage in investment activities.
Glass-walled refers to a structure or building that has walls made of glass, providing a clear and transparent outer layer. This type of design often allows natural light to enter the interior space, creating a sense of openness and visual connection to the outside environment. Glass-walled buildings can be used for a variety of purposes, including office spaces, shopping centers, restaurants, and more.
Glass is a hard, amorphous, and transparent material that is made by heating a mixture of silicates to extremely high temperatures until they melt and form a rigid solid. It is often used in the manufacture of windows, bottles, and other containers.
Glassblowers are people who work with glass to create various objects, such as decorative items, ornaments, and even functional items like vases, bowls, and cups. They typically use heat, specialized tools, and techniques to shape and mold the glass into the desired form. Glassblowers often work in hot environments, surrounded by furnaces and equipment, to melt and shape the glass.
Punished or reprimanded severely, often by being disciplined or fined. This idiomatic phrase is typically used in a school or workplace setting, where someone has been "glassed" for misbehaving or breaking a rule.
Glasses refer to a pair of lenses worn in front of the eyes to correct vision, protect the eyes from injury or radiation, or improve the appearance of the face. They can be either prescription glasses, which correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, or other vision problems, or non-prescription glasses, which are worn for fashion or protection.
A glasshouse, also known as a greenhouse, is a structure made mainly of glass to protect plants from the outside weather conditions, such as heat, cold, and rain. It allows sunlight to enter and warm the interior, creating a controlled environment that is suitable for growing plants, particularly tropical or exotic plants. In a figurative sense, a "glasshouse" can also refer to a situation where someone is vulnerable or exposed, often to criticism or damage.
Glasshouses refer to structures made primarily of glass, typically used for growing plants, especially in greenhouses. However, the idiom "throwing stones in glasshouses" means to criticize or attack others for their perceived flaws, despite having similar flaws oneself. It is often used to caution against hypocrisy or self-righteousness.
Glassily refers to something or someone that is stared at with a glassy or vacant expression, often in a way that is unsettling or unblinking. This can be used to describe a person's eyes, usually in a figurative sense, suggesting a lack of emotion, interest, or even a sense of being under a trance or hypnosis.
Glassine is a type of thin, transparent, and slightly waxy paper that is often used for wrapping and shielding paper-backed materials. It is typically used to prevent paper-backed materials from sticking to other surfaces or to each other during storage or transportation. Glassine paper is also sometimes used as a wrapping material for delicate or fragile items.
Glassiness is a noun that refers to the quality of being smooth, shiny, and transparent like glass. It can also be used to describe something that has a sense of emptiness or artificiality, lacking in substance or depth. For example, "The glassiness of her eyes hinted at her emotional numbness."