glass-blowing

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The art or process of shaping molten glass by blowing air into it through a tube: "glass-blowing" refers to the technique used to create glass objects such as vases, bottles, and ornaments by inflating a gather of molten glass into a bubble, which is then manipulated into the desired form.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • She studied glass-blowing at the art institute for three years. (She learned the craft of shaping molten glass by blowing.)
    • The museum featured an exhibition on traditional glass-blowing techniques. (The display showed the process of creating glass items by blowing.)
    • Glass-blowing requires a high level of skill and precise temperature control. (The craft demands expertise and careful handling of heat.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to engage in glass-blowing": to practice or perform the craft of shaping glass by blowing.

    • The artisan engages in glass-blowing every morning in his studio. (He works on creating glass pieces using the blowing technique.)

  • "glass-blowing furnace": a specialized oven used to melt glass for blowing.

    • The glass-blowing furnace must be kept at a constant temperature of over 1000°C. (The oven is essential for melting the glass.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Glassblower (n): a person who practices glass-blowing as a profession or hobby.

    • The glassblower created a delicate vase using traditional methods. (The artisan specialized in shaping glass by blowing.)

  • Glassblowing (n): an alternative spelling of "glass-blowing" (often written as a single word).

    • The workshop offers classes in glassblowing for beginners. (The course teaches the craft of shaping molten glass.)
Synonyms
  • Glassworking: a broader term for any technique of shaping glass, including blowing, fusing, and casting.
  • Lampworking: a similar technique where glass is melted using a torch and shaped, often for smaller items, but distinct from large-scale glass-blowing.
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