marver

mar·ver

M m

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mahr-ver]
- /ˈmɑr vər/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mahr-ver]
- /ˈmɑr vər/

Definitions of marver word

noun marver a hard, flat surface of stone, wood, or metal, on which a mass of molten glass is rolled and shaped in glassmaking. 1
verb with object marver to roll (glass) on a marver. 1
adjective marver marvelous; wonderful. 1
noun marver (glassblowing) A flat heat-proof surface, on which a gather of glass is rolled into shape. 1
noun marver a slab of polished iron or stone upon which molten glass is rolled during glass-blowing 0
verb marver to roll (glass) on a marver 0

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Origin of marver

First appearance:

before 1825

One of the 37% newest English words

1825-35; < French marbre marble

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Parts of speech for Marver

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adverb

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preposition

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marver popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 67% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

marver usage trend in Literature

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