under glass
The phrase "under glass" commonly refers to items being protected or displayed in glass containers or structures, with varied applications in horticulture, exhibitions, and even slang.
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Definition
B2Horticulture
(technical)Grown in a greenhouse or similar structure.
Example
- These tomatoes thrive when grown under glass.
B2Exhibition
(general)Displayed or preserved in a glass case or container.
Example
- The ancient manuscripts are kept under glass to protect them.
C1Slang
(informal)In jail.
Example
- He's been under glass for a few months now.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "under glass":
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