Meaning & Definition of word "Glasses"
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Glasses
/ˈɡlæsɪz/
noun:
- 1. A pair of lenses set in a frame that is worn in front of the eyes to correct vision or protect the eyes.
- Example: She put on her glasses to read the fine print on the document.
- 2. Spectacles, often used more generally to refer to any glasses worn for vision correction.
- Example: He has been wearing glasses since he was a child.
- 3. A drinking vessel, typically one made of glass.
- Example: He poured a cold drink into a tall glass and handed it to her.
Etymology
From Middle English 'glase', from Old French 'glassee', from Latin 'vitrum' meaning glass.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in someone's glasses:
Referring to the way someone sees or perceives things.
thick glasses:
Referring to glasses with thick lenses, often implying poor vision.
rose-colored glasses:
A perspective that sees things as better than they are.
Related Words
spectacles:
A synonym for glasses, usually referring to eyewear.
lenses:
The curved pieces of glass or plastic that make up glasses.
frames:
The structure that holds the lenses in place.
Slang Meanings of glasses
Meaning: Specs
Example Sentence: Hey, have you seen my specs? I can't see anything!
Meaning: Peepers
Example Sentence: He lost his peepers while swimming.