glassblowing

[ glas-bloh-ing ]

/ ˈglæsˌbloʊ ɪŋ /

the art or process of forming or shaping a mass of molten or heat-softened glass into ware by blowing air into it through a tube.

Origin of glassblowing

First recorded in 1820–30; glass + blowing

glass·blow·er, noun

Glass-blowing should be done in a good light, but preferably not in direct sunlight.

Laboratory Manual of Glass-Blowing |Francis C. Frary
The purpose of this little book is to provide a clear and detailed discussion of the elements of glass-blowing.

Laboratory Manual of Glass-Blowing |Francis C. Frary
As a boy he delighted in chemical experiments, glass-blowing, and similar occupations.

Inventors at Work |George Iles
So His Honor's party found two boys and two girls working at that always fascinating art of glass-blowing.

Gadsby |Ernest Vincent Wright

Many objects of fancy shape have been produced as mere feats of glass-blowing, and with some of these efforts I sympathise.

Principles of Decorative Design |Christopher Dresser

glass-blowing

the process of shaping a mass of molten or softened glass into a vessel, shape, etc, by blowing air into it through a tube

glass-blower, noun