Meaning of the word vitreous in English

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vitreous

US /ˈvɪt.ri.əs/
UK /ˈvɪt.ri.əs/

Adjective

1.

like glass in appearance or physical properties; glassy

Example:
The rock had a smooth, vitreous luster.
The artist used a special glaze to give the pottery a vitreous finish.
2.

of or relating to the vitreous humor of the eye

Example:
The ophthalmologist examined the patient's vitreous body for any abnormalities.
A detachment of the vitreous humor can cause floaters in vision.
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