stained glass
noun
: glass colored or stained (as by fusing metallic oxides into it) for decorative applications (as in windows)
Examples of stained glass in a Sentence
a cathedral with beautiful stained glass windows
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The latest version is something special: taking after Tiffany’s stained glass lamps, in particular its Wisteria lamp, the dial of this timepiece replicates the motif of the household design item in droplets of enamel in shades of green and blue.
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Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2025
The church hopes to feature the original walls and stained glass in the new structure, which will be oriented north-south to allow the preserved stained glass to glimmer more prominently.
—Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
The minimalist accommodations are appointed with Kishu wood ceilings, washi paper on windows for a stained glass effect, and open-air mineral baths for stargazing soaks.
—Katie Chang, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
An identical one will be featured on this year’s Lutheran Hour float, which will showcase two heralding angels and a church complete with stained glass windows.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC News, 31 Dec. 2024
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Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2025
The church hopes to feature the original walls and stained glass in the new structure, which will be oriented north-south to allow the preserved stained glass to glimmer more prominently.
—Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
The minimalist accommodations are appointed with Kishu wood ceilings, washi paper on windows for a stained glass effect, and open-air mineral baths for stargazing soaks.
—Katie Chang, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
An identical one will be featured on this year’s Lutheran Hour float, which will showcase two heralding angels and a church complete with stained glass windows.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC News, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Stained glass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stained%20glass. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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