earthenware

noun

earth·​en·​ware ˈər-thən-ˌwer 

-t͟hən-

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

Synonyms

• pottery
• ceramics

Examples of earthenware in a Sentence

The dish is made of earthenware.

a wide array of hand-painted earthenware available at the craft fair

Recent Examples on the Web

And yet another features Renaissance-era glazed earthenware medicinal jars, perfume bottles, vacuums and other 20th century home appliances which illustrate design’s impact on our daily hygiene practices and wellness. —Constance Droganes, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2025

Julia asked, cradling the earthenware pot to her chest, the fronds obscuring her face. —T. Coraghessan Boyle, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2025

The rice was exclusively found on ancient pottery made from earthenware. —Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025

Don’t worry, this dishwasher-safe piece is still crafted from Bordallo’s signature durable earthenware. —Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 10 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1624, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for earthenware

• aftercare
• anywhere
• billionaire
• chinaware
• debonair
• dinnerware
• disrepair
• doctrinaire
• everywhere
• frigidaire
• kitchenware
• legionnaire

Kids Definition

earthenware

noun

earth·​en·​ware -ˌwa(ə)r 

-ˌwe(ə)r

: articles (as dishes or ornaments) made of baked clay