pier glass

noun

: a large high mirror
especially : one designed to occupy the wall space between windows

called also pier mirror

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pier glass was in 1703

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“Pier glass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pier%20glass. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

pier glass

noun
: a tall narrow mirror

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