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parison

Pronunciation: /ˈparɪs(ə)n/

Definition of parison

noun

  • a rounded mass of glass formed by rolling the substance immediately after removal from the furnace.

Origin:

early 19th century: from French paraison, from parer 'prepare', from Latin parare

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