A1 noun Neutral

glassblowing

/ˈɡlæsˌbloʊɪŋ/

Glassblowing is the craft of making objects by blowing air through a tube into a piece of hot, liquid glass. It is an ancient art used to create beautiful things like vases, bowls, and decorations.

Examples

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1

We watched a glassblowing show at the local fair.

We watched a glassblowing show at the local fair.

2

The museum features an exhibit dedicated to the history of glassblowing.

The museum features an exhibit dedicated to the history of glassblowing.

3

Glassblowing is way harder than it looks on TV!

Glassblowing is way harder than it looks on TV!

Word Family

Noun
glassblowing
Verb
blow glass
Adjective
glassblown
Related
glassblower
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Memory Tip

Imagine blowing a bubble with gum, but instead of gum, it is hot, glowing glass!

Quick Quiz

The artist used ________ to create a beautiful, delicate vase from hot liquid.

Correct!

The correct answer is: glassblowing

Examples

1

We watched a glassblowing show at the local fair.

everyday

We watched a glassblowing show at the local fair.

2

The museum features an exhibit dedicated to the history of glassblowing.

formal

The museum features an exhibit dedicated to the history of glassblowing.

3

Glassblowing is way harder than it looks on TV!

informal

Glassblowing is way harder than it looks on TV!

4

Archaeological evidence suggests glassblowing was developed in the 1st century BC.

academic

Archaeological evidence suggests glassblowing was developed in the 1st century BC.

5

Our studio specializes in custom glassblowing for high-end clients.

business

Our studio specializes in custom glassblowing for high-end clients.

Word Family

Noun
glassblowing
Verb
blow glass
Adjective
glassblown
Related
glassblower

Common Collocations

the art of glassblowing the art of glassblowing
glassblowing studio glassblowing studio
traditional glassblowing traditional glassblowing
glassblowing demonstration glassblowing demonstration
glassblowing techniques glassblowing techniques

Common Phrases

master the art of glassblowing

master the art of glassblowing

studio glassblowing

studio glassblowing

free-blown glass

free-blown glass

Often Confused With

glassblowing vs glassmaking

Glassmaking is the general term for all glass production, while glassblowing specifically uses air to shape it.

glassblowing vs glass etching

Glass etching is scratching the surface of cold glass, while glassblowing shapes hot glass.

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Usage Notes

Use this word when referring specifically to the artistic or manual process of shaping hot glass with air. It is usually treated as an uncountable noun.

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Common Mistakes

Don't use 'glassblowing' as a verb (e.g., 'I am glassblowing'). Instead, use 'I am blowing glass' or 'I am practicing glassblowing.'

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Memory Tip

Imagine blowing a bubble with gum, but instead of gum, it is hot, glowing glass!

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Word Origin

A compound of the English words 'glass' and 'blowing' (moving air), describing the literal action performed.

Grammar Patterns

uncountable noun often follows 'the art of' can be used as a gerund or a noun
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Cultural Context

The island of Murano in Venice, Italy, is world-famous for its historic glassblowing traditions.

Quick Quiz

The artist used ________ to create a beautiful, delicate vase from hot liquid.

Correct!

The correct answer is: glassblowing

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painter

A1

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sculptor

A1

A sculptor is a person who creates art by shaping materials like stone, wood, metal, or clay. They make three-dimensional objects, such as statues, using tools to carve or build up forms.

photography

A1

Photography is the activity or job of taking pictures with a camera. It is a form of art that uses light to create images of people, nature, or objects.

lens

A1

A lens is a curved piece of glass or plastic used in cameras, glasses, and telescopes. In art and photography, it helps to focus light so that an image appears sharp and clear.

exposure

A1

Exposure is when something is shown to the public or allowed to be seen. In art and photography, it also refers to the amount of light that reaches a camera sensor or film.

zoom

A1

A camera feature or lens that makes a subject appear much closer or larger. In digital art, it refers to the tool used to change the size of the image on the screen to see small details.

flash

A1

A sudden, brief burst of bright light used to take photos or to show something clearly. In art, it can also refer to pre-drawn designs used by tattoo artists.

pixel

A1

A pixel is the smallest unit of a digital image or graphic that can be displayed on a screen. Many pixels combined together create the full pictures you see on computers, phones, and televisions.

drawing

A1

A picture or image created by using a pen, pencil, or crayon rather than paint. It is a fundamental form of visual art that focuses on lines and shading.

impressionism

A1

Impressionism is a style of painting that began in France in the late 1800s. It uses small, thin brushstrokes and bright colors to show how light changes on objects and nature.

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