Definition of earthenware
: ceramic ware made of slightly porous opaque clay fired at low heat
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Examples of earthenware in a Sentence
The dish is made of earthenware.
a wide array of hand-painted earthenware available at the craft fair
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Inside the earthenware cooking pot were 500 coins, 12 of them gold, the rest silver.
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By 1913, Grimwades operated five factories and was one of the largest producers of earthenware in the Staffordshire region.
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With a self-watering wick and pleated sides that accommodate growing plants, this earthenware planter is perfect for new plant parents whose thumbs are more brown than green.
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Amsa-dong Prehistoric Settlement, Seoul This Neolithic settlement was discovered in 1925 after a flood washed away soil that had covered a stash of ancient earthenware.
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Beginning early in the 17th century, this area became known for earthenware production, with hundreds of potteries producing works.
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You’d be forgiven for thinking that the two-tone earthenware vessels on display in SingleThread’s open kitchen are for decorative purposes only.
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The bottom of the earthenware bowl is set with a band of citrusy cashew cream that incorporates into the poke mixture with the turn of a fork.
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Crisp tablecloths and tiered china are out; quirky earthenware and bare wood are in.
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First Known Use of earthenware
circa 1624
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Definition of earthenware for Students
: things (as dishes) made of baked clay
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