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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This prevents water spots and keeps your porcelain shiny.
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Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
The porcelain of the spark plugs should be a beige color.
—John Paul, The Providence Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
In the waters off Singapore, a recently uncovered a shipwreck with a huge cargo of blue-and-white porcelain is shedding light on the storied Chinese craft produced during the turbulent era of the Mongol Empire.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Her makeup, with the exception of her matte lipstick, was even-toned and glowy; her skin like a porcelain doll.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
The porcelain of the spark plugs should be a beige color.
—John Paul, The Providence Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
In the waters off Singapore, a recently uncovered a shipwreck with a huge cargo of blue-and-white porcelain is shedding light on the storied Chinese craft produced during the turbulent era of the Mongol Empire.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Her makeup, with the exception of her matte lipstick, was even-toned and glowy; her skin like a porcelain doll.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for porcelain
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The city also packs a punch in terms of cultural offerings, most notably through The Fishers Art Center, where locals can take pottery, painting, and drawing classes, and explore contemporary art exhibitions.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps in the era of gentle parenting, more and more parents are leaning into the arts because Yelp also saw a surge in searches for kid-friendly classes and painting and pottery studios.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Ohtani had not struck out in any of his first 15 plate appearances of the tournament prior to this.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 Mar. 2026
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If new tasks crowd your plate, streamline your list by confirming the must-do item and shaping your efforts around that.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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The earthenware glaze showcases the clay’s texture and leans into the serene Japandi aesthetic.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
6 Mar. 2026
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Made of clay and feldspar and covered in glaze, this earthenware pottery is celebrated for its timelessness and durability.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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While the sentimental value of her china is priceless and can never be matched, there are still plenty of legacy brands to shop gorgeous china sets from that maintain the premium quality of her original pieces in new patterns and upgraded designs.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 Jan. 2026
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Sadly, there's no china in the book.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Dec. 2025
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And unlike delicate heirloom sets, it’s made of durable stoneware that’s dishwasher safe, microwave safe, and oven safe up to 350°F.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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Prepare for your Super Bowl watch party with these fun ceramic stoneware bowls shaped like footballs and an accompanying tray designed to resemble a football field.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
29 Jan. 2026
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Employees have not been trained in procedures to measure temperature or sanitizer concentration in the ware washing process.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Again, thrift stores hate receiving damaged and dirty items, so make sure your wares are free from chips and cracks.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
1 Mar. 2026
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In the center of the room is a small, circular table, set with simple crockery that's a far cry from the ornate dinner service put on display for state banquets and formal occasions.—
Stephanie Bridger-Linning,
Vanity Fair,
7 Mar. 2026
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Tea-trays come with starched cloths and sparkling pots, alongside fine crockery and silver.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Porcelain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/porcelain. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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