glasshouse

glass·house

noun \ˈglas-ˌhau̇s\

Definition of GLASSHOUSE

1

: a place where glass is made

2

chiefly British : greenhouse

3

British : a military prison

Examples of GLASSHOUSE

1. <a glasshouse for growing tropical plants>

First Known Use of GLASSHOUSE

14th century

Related to GLASSHOUSE

Synonyms: conservatory [chiefly British], greenhouse, hothouse

Related Words: cold frame, hot bed; nursery; botanical garden (also botanic garden)

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Rhymes with GLASSHOUSE

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