unglazed

/ˈʌnˌgleɪzd/
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Definitions of unglazed
  1. adjective
    not having a shiny coating
    “unglazed paper”
    synonyms:
    unvitrified
    (of ceramics) lacking a vitreous finish
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    antonyms:
    glazed
    having a shiny surface or coating
    glassy, vitreous, vitrified
    (of ceramics) having the surface made shiny and nonporous by fusing a vitreous solution to it
    glass-like
    resembling glass
    calendered, glossy
    (of paper and fabric and leather) having a surface made smooth and glossy especially by pressing between rollers
    icy
    shiny and slick as with a thin coating of ice
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  2. adjective
    not furnished with glass
    “windows were unglazed to admit as much light and air as possible”
    synonyms: glassless
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    antonyms:
    glazed
    fitted or covered with glass
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