fireclay

noun

fire·clay | \ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌklā

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Definition of fireclay

: clay capable of withstanding high temperatures that is used especially for firebrick and crucibles

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The large central island with a modern fireclay farmhouse sink has a waterfall-edge countertop made of Neolith Estatuario, a cost-effective Carrara marble lookalike. — Marni Elyse Katz, BostonGlobe.com, "With little kids in tow, a South End family wanted space for all-ages socializing at home," 30 Mar. 2018

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The first known use of fireclay was in 1686

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