noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A method for working with blown glass that does not require a furnace. uncountable
2. 2
   Glass pieces made by this method. uncountable
3. 3
   The activity of producing glass pieces using this method. uncountable

Verb

1. 1
   To produce items by means of this process.

Synonyms

All synonyms

flameworkflameworktorchworktorchwork

Etymology

From lamp + work.

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