Glazing can refer to the addition of a glass surface covering to windows or a baked good's glossy coating. When it comes to windows, similar terms include glassing or glaze, although the latter is more often used for baked goods. For baked goods, there are numerous synonyms, including icing, frosting, or sugar glaze. For building purposes, alternatives include windowpanes or window glazing panels. Industrial uses may call it vitrification, and specialized uses include enameling or ceramic glazing. Additionally, the term can be used to describe the process of adding a glazed finish to ceramics or pottery. In short, while glazing has a variety of applications and synonyms, its meaning is consistently tied to adding a smooth, shiny surface to an object or surface.