china
chi·na
noun \ˈchī-nə\Definition of CHINA
1
: porcelain; also : vitreous porcelain wares (as dishes, vases, or ornaments) for domestic use
2
: earthenware or porcelain tableware
Examples of CHINA
- She uses her good china when she has company for dinner.
Origin of CHINA
Persian chīnī Chinese porcelain
First Known Use: 1579
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