Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bell-glass
noun
/ˈbɛl ˌɡlæs/
Definition
A bell glass is a dome-shaped glass container traditionally used to cover and protect delicate items or to create a controlled environment for plants or experiments.
Examples
- The antique shop displayed a beautiful flower beneath a bell glass.
- She kept her favorite seashell safe under a bell glass on her desk.
- The artist used a bell glass to showcase his delicate sculpture.
Meaning
A bell glass is often used to protect items from dust or to create greenhouse-like conditions for plants by trapping moisture and humidity inside.
Synonyms
- dome
- cloche
- glass cover
