Glasses

Pronunciation: /ˈɡlæsɪz/

Definitions of glasses

noun a pair of lenses set in a frame worn for protection or as a fashion accessory

Example Sentences

A1 I wear glasses to help me see better.

A2 She lost her glasses and couldn't find them anywhere.

B1 I need to get my glasses adjusted because they keep sliding down my nose.

B2 His glasses were specially designed to protect his eyes from the sun.

C1 The scientist wore glasses with built-in cameras to record his experiments.

C2 Her designer glasses cost more than most people's monthly rent.

Examples of glasses in a Sentence

formal She always wore her glasses when reading to prevent eye strain.

informal I can't find my glasses anywhere, have you seen them?

slang Those glasses are totally lit, where did you get them?

figurative He sees the world through rose-colored glasses, always seeing the positive side of things.

Grammatical Forms of glasses

• plural: glasses
• comparative: more glasses
• superlative: most glasses
• present tense: wear glasses
• future tense: will wear glasses
• perfect tense: have worn glasses
• continuous tense: is wearing glasses
• singular: glass
• positive degree: glass
• infinitive: to wear glasses
• gerund: wearing glasses
• participle: worn glasses

Origin and Evolution of glasses

First Known Use: 0013 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'glasses' originated from the Old English word 'glæs', which referred to a glass vessel or mirror.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'glasses' transitioned from referring to glass vessels or mirrors to spectacles or lenses for vision correction.