bone china
noun
Definition of bone china
: translucent white china made with bone ash or calcium phosphate and characterized by whiteness
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1824
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1824
BONE CHINA Defined for English Language Learners
bone china
noun
Definition of bone china for English Language Learners
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: thin white plates, bowls, cups, etc., made from clay and crushed bones
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