1. a smooth, shiny coating applied to pottery or ceramic ware
2. a thin, glossy coating or layer of icing on food

1. to coat with a smooth, shiny substance
2. to cover food with a glossy coating or icing
3. to fit or cover with glass panes

Examples

• The potter applied several glazes to the ceramic bowl before firing it in the kiln.
• The baker glazes the donuts with a sweet sugar coating.
• She glazes the ham with a honey and mustard mixture.
• The artist glazes the pottery to create a smooth, waterproof finish.
• They plan to glaze the windows of the old house next month.
• The ceramic tiles have a beautiful blue glaze.
• He glazes his pastries with egg wash to make them shiny.