as in pottery
a ceramic ware made from a hard, white substance that is very delicate
The family only used their porcelain for their formal Christmas dinner.
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Recent Examples of porcelain
The new setting spray is the latest secret the makeup maven revealed after presenting one of the most iconic beauty moments in history, porcelain skin at last year’s Maison Margiela couture show.
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India Espy-Jones, Essence, 1 May 2025
This itinerary included a visit to a renowned maker of luxury linen, the oldest library in the country, an historic producer of porcelain and the city of Guimarães - the birthplace of Portugal – along with an excursion on the Douro River.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Offering everything from custom porcelain veneers to All-on-4 implants and Invisalign, Dr. Bri’s practice is a haven for those seeking not just oral health, but total smile transformation.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 5 June 2025
Related Articles Edward Hall said the second chapter, which also includes porcelain plates, tea cups, mugs and containers, introduced more earthy tones like terracotta and verde pino (Italian for pine green), and new characters like octopuses and sea horses.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
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India Espy-Jones, Essence, 1 May 2025
This itinerary included a visit to a renowned maker of luxury linen, the oldest library in the country, an historic producer of porcelain and the city of Guimarães - the birthplace of Portugal – along with an excursion on the Douro River.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Offering everything from custom porcelain veneers to All-on-4 implants and Invisalign, Dr. Bri’s practice is a haven for those seeking not just oral health, but total smile transformation.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 5 June 2025
Related Articles Edward Hall said the second chapter, which also includes porcelain plates, tea cups, mugs and containers, introduced more earthy tones like terracotta and verde pino (Italian for pine green), and new characters like octopuses and sea horses.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for porcelain
Noun
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Creative Workshops: Attend pottery, woodworking or art classes that combine learning with social interaction.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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When Pigs Fly features whimsical décor, colorful pottery, and upcycled treasures.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
20 June 2025
Noun
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The photographic plate lights up bright right across from the slit and dims further away from it.—
Matt von Hippel,
ArsTechnica,
23 June 2025
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Alejandro Kirk hit a grounder to third and Josh Rojas fired to the plate to throw out Bo Bichette.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2025
Noun
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The plates are made in Portugal and are constructed with long-lasting earthenware (a type of ceramic) that is both microwave and dishwasher safe for easy use and cleanup.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2025
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Grapes are fermented—often with skin, seeds, stems, and all—in large earthenware vessels, known as qvevri, that are buried underground.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
27 Apr. 2025
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Pro tip: Don't settle for paper plates, bring your best china from home.—
Sydney Bergan,
USA Today,
6 May 2025
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Southern interior designers know that there are many different ways to enjoy nice china that don't involve dining.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Crafted with durable stoneware that’s safe for use in the microwave and the oven up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, the dish is ideal for personal use or entertaining.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
12 June 2025
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This glazed, ivory-hued set of four is made out of stoneware that provides superior heat distribution and retention.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Livestream shopping is a phenomenon that originated in China in 2016, where companies and individuals market their wares over a live video stream.—
Ganesh Rao,Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
18 June 2025
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For several years, YouTube has provided a matchmaking service to connect marketers with top creators to promote their wares.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
17 June 2025
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Though consumers likely keep the nostalgia and rarity of the crockery in mind when browsing, very few purchase vintage Pyrex plates, sets, cups or lids for more than a couple of hundred bucks or less.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
12 June 2025
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The incredible discovery was made after deep sea diver Dom Robinson found a piece of crockery amid the watery remains.—
Lianne Kolirin,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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“Porcelain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/porcelain. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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