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Webster's 1828 Dictionary

LOOKING-GLASS

n.A glass which reflects the form of the person who looks on it; a mirror. There is none so homely but loves a looking-glass.

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

LOOKING-GLASS

LOOKING-GLASS Look "ing-glass `, n.

 

Defn: A mirror made of glass on which has been placed a backing of some reflecting substance, as quicksilver. There is none so homely but loves a looking-glass. South.