glazed

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

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That's right, toasty makeup and cloud lips are still on trend for summer, with a focus on skin that's not too glassy or glazed but still packs a healthy glow. — Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 8 June 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 Windows have been replaced, and the firehouse doors have been swapped out for large glazed openings facing Whipple. — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026 The menu includes cake and glazed doughnuts, apple fritters, savory croissants and sandwiches. — Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for glazed

Word History

First Known Use

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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“Glazed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glazed. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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