fiberglass
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈfaɪbərˌɡlæs/
KK: /ˈfaɪbərˌɡlæs/
noun
Definition
A material made from very thin glass fibers, often used to create products like fabrics, insulation, and other structural items.
Example
The boat was made of fiberglass, making it lightweight and durable.
Conversation
Have you ever worked with fiberglass before?
No, I haven't, but I've heard it's quite versatile.
Yeah, it's used in a lot of products, like boats and insulation.
That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
composite
insulator
material
Antonyms
metal
wood
stone
verb
Definition
To protect or fix something by using a material made of glass fibers.
Example
They decided to fiberglass the boat to make it more durable.
Tense Forms
Past: fiberglassed
Past Participle: fiberglassed
Conversation
I think we need to fiberglass the boat to make it seaworthy again.
That sounds like a good idea; it could really use some repairs.
Yeah, I've seen some tutorials online about how to fiberglass properly.
Root Explanation
Fiberglass is formed from "fiber" (from Latin "fibra", meaning a thread or filament) and "glass" (from Old English "glæs", meaning a transparent substance). The word refers to a material made from fine strands of glass, which are woven together to form a strong, lightweight substance.
Memory Tip
Think of 'fiber' as a thread and 'glass' as a transparent material — fiberglass is made from threads of glass.
Visually Confused Words
ferroglass