spun glass
Noun (uncountable): - Spun glass refers to glass that has been drawn into very thin, flexible fibers, often resembling silk or thread. It is commonly used in insulation, fiber optics, and decorative objects.
- (Glass fibers used as an artistic medium.)
- (Industrial application of glass fibers.)
"spun glass" as a material for textiles: In historical contexts, spun glass was sometimes woven into fabrics for fire-resistant clothing.
- Firefighters once wore suits made of spun glass to protect against extreme heat. (Historical use in protective gear.)
"spun glass" in art: The term can also refer to a technique where molten glass is spun into fine threads using centrifugal force.
- The museum displayed a vase decorated with intricate patterns of spun glass. (Decorative application.)
Glass fiber (n): another common term for spun glass, especially in industrial contexts.
- Glass fiber is widely used in boat hulls and car bodies. (Synonym emphasizing fiber form.)
Fiberglass (n): a composite material made from spun glass fibers and resin.
- The boat's hull was reinforced with fiberglass. (Related material derived from spun glass.)
Glass wool: a form of spun glass used for insulation, resembling wool.
- The attic was insulated with glass wool. (Synonym emphasizing fluffy texture.)
Glass filament: a continuous strand of spun glass.
- The optical cable contains thousands of glass filaments. (Technical synonym.)
"spun glass" as a metaphor for fragility: Used to describe something delicate or easily broken.
- Her patience was like spun glass — one wrong word and it shattered. (Metaphorical use for extreme fragility.)
"spun glass" in poetry: Often symbolizes something beautiful yet brittle.
- The old man’s memories were spun glass, shimmering but ready to break. (Literary imagery.)