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cut glass

noun

Definition of cut glass

: glass ornamented with patterns cut into its surface by an abrasive wheel and polished

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The thought of cutting glass, however, stops even the most daring DIYers in their tracks. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Cut Glass," 11 Feb. 2019 This was hotly debated for eight months, until commissioner Pete Rozelle’s longtime secretary, Thelma Elkjer, reached into a cut glass flower vase at 11:26 a.m. on Jan. 17, 1970. — SI.com, "A History of Football in 100 Objects," 28 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of cut glass

1761, in the meaning defined above

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cut glass

noun

English Language Learners Definition of cut glass

: glass with patterns cut into its surface for decoration

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