plate glass

a soda-lime-silica glass formed by rolling the hot glass into a plate that is subsequently ground and polished, used in large windows, mirrors, etc.

Origin of plate glass

First recorded in 1720–30

plate-glass, plate·glass, adjective

Cabezn has a single treasure: the Virgin of Candelaria, protected by a plate-glass case.

The Haciendas of Mexico |Paul Alexander Bartlett
They go in for plate-glass and show, and for tramways when they can.

A Leisurely Tour in England |James John Hissey
Besides, the plate-glass windows were very small, and it was next to impossible to see what went on inside.

A Romantic Young Lady |Robert Grant
In one section of plate-glass existence beautiful girls were being dressed by their maids for a ball.

Winnie Childs |C. N. Williamson

He would be under the necessity of breaking a plate-glass pane.

The Card, A Story Of Adventure In The Five Towns |Arnold Bennett

plate glass

glass formed into a thin sheet by rolling, used for windows