Pronunciation: /ɡlæns/

Definitions of glance

noun a brief or hurried look

Example Sentences

A1 She took a quick glance at the menu before deciding what to order.

A2 I caught a glance of the sunset as I drove home.

B1 He gave her a knowing glance across the room.

B2 The professor gave a disapproving glance at the student who was talking during the lecture.

C1 The CEO gave a brief glance at the financial report before making a decision.

C2 Her glance lingered on the painting, taking in every detail before moving on to the next exhibit.

verb to look quickly or briefly

Example Sentences

A1 She glanced at her watch to check the time.

A2 He glanced over his shoulder to see if anyone was following him.

B1 I quickly glanced through the report before the meeting.

B2 The detective glanced at the evidence, trying to find any clues.

C1 She glanced at the menu, trying to decide what to order.

C2 The professor glanced at the student's paper, noticing several errors.

Examples of glance in a Sentence

formal She took a quick glance at the report before the meeting.

informal I just had a glance at the new menu, it looks delicious.

slang I gave her a side glance when she walked in, she looked amazing.

figurative He glanced at the clock, realizing how late he was for the appointment.

Grammatical Forms of glance

past tense

glanced

plural

glances

comparative

more glances

superlative

most glances

present tense

glance

future tense

will glance

perfect tense

has glanced

continuous tense

is glancing

singular

glance

positive degree

glance

infinitive

to glance

gerund

glancing

participle

glanced

Origin and Evolution of glance

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'glance' originated from the Old French word 'glancer' which means to gleam or shine.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'glance' evolved from simply shining or gleaming to also include a quick or brief look or glimpse.