If someone has double glazing in their house, their windows are fitted with two layers of glass. People put in double glazing in order to keep buildings warmer or to keep out noise.
[mainly British]
double glazing in British English
noun
1.
two panes of glass in a window, fitted to reduce the transmission of heat, sound, etc
2.
the fitting of glass in such a manner
double-glazing in American English
(ˈdʌbˈəl gleɪzɪŋ)
noun
window glazing with two panes of glass having space between them to allow air to act as an insulator
Examples of 'double glazing' in a sentence
double glazing
Would it be worth fitting secondary or double glazing?
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
It is particularly effective in older homes with sash windows and is costs less than putting in double glazing.
The Sun (2014)
The windows have no double glazing.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Although double glazing keeps out the sound, decent curtains are a must.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Double glaze your windows The cost of fitting double glazing will vary depending on how many windows need replacing.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The cost of fitting a window with energy-efficient glass is roughly the same as fitting a window with standard double glazing.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
I dreamt of luxury fittings, double glazing and a working shower.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
The double glazing couldn't keep out the noise of double-decker buses.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Under the green deal, about 14m homeowners will be eligible for cheap loans for energy efficiency measures such as fitting double glazing.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
In other languages
double glazing
British English: double glazing /ˈdʌbl ˈɡleɪzɪŋ/ NOUN
If someone has double glazing in their house, their windows are fitted with two layers of glass. People put in double glazing in order to keep buildings warmer or to keep out noise.