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Definition of glassy

glassy

/ˈɡlæs.i/
glas · sy
Adverb:glassily
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• adjective

1

Smooth, clear, and shiny like glass; having the appearance or texture of glass, especially when describing calm water or ice.

Example

"The kayakers glided effortlessly across the glassy surface of the mountain lake at dawn."

2

Showing no emotion, interest, or animation (especially of a person's eyes, stare, or facial expression).

Example

"Exhausted from the long flight, the passenger stared ahead with a blank, glassy expression."

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• Rhymes for glassy

• Nearby Words

glasswork
glassworker
glassworks
glassy
glaswegian
glaucidium
glaucium

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English glassy, formed from glass (from Old English glæs, meaning 'glass' or 'shining substance') combined with the adjective-forming suffix -y.

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