stoneware
noun
stone·ware
ˈstōn-ˌwer 
: a strong opaque ceramic ware that is high-fired, well vitrified, and nonporous
Examples of stoneware in a Sentence
collects 19th-century English stoneware, especially soup tureens
Recent Examples on the Web
Finally, the Singapore crew will be serving premium economy passengers their meals in elegant porcelain stoneware, a major step up from the plastic containers previously used.
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Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024
This 8-inch stoneware plate depicts the iconic Easter rabbit sitting among spring blooms in a vintage-looking illustration reminiscent of the classic Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter.
—Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024
Inside, the creative director Stephen Ellwood, the shop’s owner, offers a mix of vintage textiles, recently unearthed George Platt Lynes photographs, 19th-century stoneware and art books.
—Nicole Demarco Dalya Benor Caitie Kelly Juan A. Ramírez Monica Mendal Janet Siroto, New York Times, 14 Mar. 2024
The shop sells everything from earthy stoneware and pottery to handblown glass and woodwork.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2024
Each plate is made from Le Creuset’s signature premium stoneware featuring a chip-, scratch-, and stain-resistant color glaze that’s also conveniently dishwasher-safe.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2024
There are also tea wares in burgundy-brown stoneware, a cup and saucer and teapot that reflect the architect’s designs.
—Florence Fabricant, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2024
The stoneware piece features an off-white and red glaze decal finish.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 1 Feb. 2024
The stoneware mugs are constructed from durable porcelain and are designed to create a kissing moment when touched together.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 4 Feb. 2024
Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024
This 8-inch stoneware plate depicts the iconic Easter rabbit sitting among spring blooms in a vintage-looking illustration reminiscent of the classic Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter.
—Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024
Inside, the creative director Stephen Ellwood, the shop’s owner, offers a mix of vintage textiles, recently unearthed George Platt Lynes photographs, 19th-century stoneware and art books.
—Nicole Demarco Dalya Benor Caitie Kelly Juan A. Ramírez Monica Mendal Janet Siroto, New York Times, 14 Mar. 2024
The shop sells everything from earthy stoneware and pottery to handblown glass and woodwork.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2024
Each plate is made from Le Creuset’s signature premium stoneware featuring a chip-, scratch-, and stain-resistant color glaze that’s also conveniently dishwasher-safe.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2024
There are also tea wares in burgundy-brown stoneware, a cup and saucer and teapot that reflect the architect’s designs.
—Florence Fabricant, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2024
The stoneware piece features an off-white and red glaze decal finish.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 1 Feb. 2024
The stoneware mugs are constructed from durable porcelain and are designed to create a kissing moment when touched together.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 4 Feb. 2024
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First Known Use
1683, in the meaning defined above
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stoneware
noun
stone·ware
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-ˌwe(ə)r
: a clay pottery used for storage utensils, tile, and ornamental wares
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