glasses
/ˈɡlɑːsɪz/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Spectacles, frames bearing two lenses worn in front of the eyes.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Field glasses; binoculars.
Noun
Examples
He had his Zeiss glasses in his hand. "I focused it before it got over the trees," said he.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “glasses” mean?
Spectacles, frames bearing two lenses worn in front of the eyes.
Is “glasses” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.