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Definition of glassworks

glassworks

/ˈɡlæsˌwɜːrks/
glass · works
Plural:glassworks
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• noun

1

A factory or industrial plant where glass and glass products are manufactured.

Example

"The town's historic glassworks has been producing hand-blown crystal vases since the nineteenth century."

2

Articles, ornaments, or architectural fittings made of glass.

Example

"The museum's new wing features an impressive collection of Venetian glassworks."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although ending in '-s', 'glassworks' is commonly treated as either a singular or plural noun when referring to a single factory (e.g., 'a historic glassworks').

• Rhymes for glassworks

• Nearby Words

glassware
glasswork
glassworker
glassworks
glassy
glaswegian
glaucidium

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Glassworks. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/glassworks
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