pier glass

a tall mirror, often full-length, intended to be set between windows.

Origin of pier glass

First recorded in 1695–1705

After she was dressed, she spun around before the pier-glass until she heard her father's step in the hall.

The Little Colonel's House Party |Annie Fellows Johnston
For Gwendolyn suddenly remembered the cruel truth borne out by the ink-line on the pier-glass.

The Poor Little Rich Girl |Eleanor Gates
When the skirt was lengthened, Brenda regarded her reflection in the pier-glass with great satisfaction.

Brenda, Her School and Her Club |Helen Leah Reed
A smile came slowly to her lips as she looked at herself in the pier-glass and put the finishing touches to her array.

Mrs. Maxon Protests |Anthony Hope

You hear border talk and see border manners, in cars finished to the last touch of pier-glass polish.

The World on Wheels and Other Sketches |Benjamin F. (Benjamin Franklin) Taylor

pier glass

a tall narrow mirror, usually one of a pair or set, designed to hang on the wall between windows, usually above a pier table