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Water Glass (Noun)

Clock that measures time by the escape of water.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The ancient Chinese used a water glass to measure time, which was calibrated to mark the passage of hours.
In the 17th century, the water glass was a common time-keeping device used on ships to navigate the seas.
The water glass, also known as a clepsydra, was an early form of clock that measured time by the flow of water from one container to another.
The Egyptians used a water glass to divide the day into 12 equal periods, with marks on the container to indicate the passage of time.
The water glass was a crucial component of ancient astronomical clocks, which used the flow of water to measure the movement of celestial bodies.

A viscous glass consisting of sodium silicate in solution; used as a cement or as a protective coating and to preserve eggs.

Nouns denoting substances.

The craftsman applied a layer of water glass to the surface of the sculpture to protect it from the elements.
Water glass was used to seal the cracks in the old stone walls of the historic building.
The farmer coated the eggs in a layer of water glass to preserve them for the winter months.
The artist mixed water glass with pigment to create a durable and long-lasting paint.
The conservator applied a thin layer of water glass to the ancient artifact to stabilize and protect it.

Gauge for indicating the level of water in e.g. a tank or boiler or reservoir.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The engineer checked the water glass on the boiler to ensure it was at a safe level before starting the ignition process.
The old water glass on the reservoir was rusty and needed to be replaced with a new one to maintain accurate readings.
To check the water level in the tank, she peered through the transparent water glass that was installed on the side.
He adjusted the valves to alter the flow rate into the boiler, constantly monitoring the levels through the water glass.
Regular inspections of the water glass on the supply tank were crucial to prevent overflows and ensure a steady supply of water to the city.

A glass for drinking water.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

I picked up a water glass from the kitchen counter to quench my thirst.
The waiter placed a full water glass in front of each diner before taking their orders.
After working out, she grabbed a water glass to rehydrate before starting her shower.
The water glass on my bedside table was still half full from the night before.
The teacher reminded the students to use a water glass and not a plastic cup for their daily drink.