window glass
Definition
Noun: 1. A sheet of glass, typically cut to a specific shape and size, used in the construction of windows or doors. This refers to the transparent material itself, not the entire window unit. It is a type of sheet glass manufactured for glazing purposes.
Usage
- As a material: The term is used to refer to the glass panes that fill window frames.
- The old house still had its original single-pane window glass.
- Safety regulations require tempered window glass in certain locations.
- As a countable item: It can refer to individual panes or sheets.
- We need to order a new piece of window glass to replace the broken one.
Advanced Usage
- In manufacturing and construction contexts: The term specifies the type of glass product, distinguishing it from other forms like mirror glass, tabletop glass, or automotive glass.
- The factory specializes in producing float glass for window glass applications.
Variants and Related Words
- Pane (of glass): A single sheet of glass in a window or door. Often used interchangeably with "window glass" when referring to a specific piece.
- A strong wind cracked a pane of window glass.
- Glazing: The act or process of installing glass in windows; also refers to the glass itself once installed.
- Sheet glass: The general category of flat glass from which window glass is cut.
Synonyms
- Pane
- Glazing
- Glass pane
Related Phrases
- Broken window glass: A common phrase describing damage.
- The storm left broken window glass all over the street.
- Window glass replacement: A standard phrase for the service of fixing a broken window.
- We called a company for window glass replacement.
Noun
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sheet glass cut in shapes for windows or doors
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