Looking for the meaning of the word GLISTEN in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of GLISTEN with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Glisten
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Old English glisnian, of Germanic origin; related to Middle Low German glisen. The noun dates from the mid 19th century
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɡlɪs(ə)n
Dialects: British English
Definition:
(of something wet or greasy) shine with a sparkling light
Short Definition:shine with sparkling light
Examples:- his cheeks glistened with tears
Word: Glisten
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɡlɪs(ə)n
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a sparkling light reflected from something wet
Short Definition:sparkling light reflected from something wet
Examples:- there was a glisten of perspiration across her top lip
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