earthenware

earth·en·ware

noun \-ˌwer\

Definition of EARTHENWARE

: ceramic ware made of slightly porous opaque clay fired at low heat

Examples of EARTHENWARE

1. The dish is made of earthenware.
2. <a wide array of hand-painted earthenware available at the craft fair>

First Known Use of EARTHENWARE

1646

Related to EARTHENWARE

Synonyms: crockery, pottery, stoneware

Related Words: ceramics; china, ironstone china, porcelain, redware

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Rhymes with EARTHENWARE

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