porcelain enamel

noun

: a fired-on opaque glassy coating on metal

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Plus, it’s covered in porcelain enamel that’s easy to clean and scratch-resistant, per the brand. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 Ease of cleaning Most Hamilton Beach microwaves have nonstick interiors made from stainless steel or porcelain enamel. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 The lightweight carbon steel body heats water quickly while remaining easier to lift than cast iron alternatives, and the durable porcelain enamel resists rust and scratches. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026 Some are made with porcelain enamel. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for porcelain enamel

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First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of porcelain enamel was in 1852

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“Porcelain enamel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/porcelain%20enamel. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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