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Glacier vs. Glazier

Glacier

/gleɪʃər/
A large, slow-moving mass of ice formed by the accumulation and compaction of snow

Examples:

The glacier retrogrades.The mountaineers marveled at the vast ancient glacier.A pristine glacier reflected sunlight in the icy fjord.

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This word has no synonyms

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Glazier

/ˈɡleɪzɪə/
A person whose job is to fit glass into windows and doors.

Examples:

The glazier expertly replaced the cracked windowpane.Interested in becoming a glazier, she signed up for a workshop.He called a glazier to install custom stained glass windows.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • A glacier is made of ice and can often be found in cold, mountainous regions.
  • A glazier deals with glass, often working in warmer environments such as homes or offices.
  • Remember, glacier and ice both contain the letter c, while glazier and glass both contain the letter a.
  • Glacier is a natural formation, vast and slow-moving, whereas glazier is a person involved in crafting and installing glass.
  • If youre thinking about nature or a large mass of ice, its glacier, but if youre considering windows or glass installations, think glazier'.
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