plateglass

/ˈpleɪtˌɡlæs/
noun
  1. A type of high-quality, thick glass that is made in flat sheets, used for windows, doors, and display cases.
    • They replaced the old windows with plateglass to improve insulation and clarity.
    • The storefront was made of large panes of plateglass, giving it a modern look.
    • The museum's display cases are crafted from plateglass to protect the artifacts.
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