Thesaurus results for PORCELAIN

porcelain

noun

Definition of porcelain

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 Behind the two men is an antique-style table with dragons decorating the legs, upon which sit two porcelain bird statues and a small pot filled with purple and white flowers. — Ben Jureidini, Vanity Fair, 21 July 2026 And as for grout lines on porcelain and tile, Flores recommends using the edge of the Swiffer head rather than the flat side to force the cleaning solution into the grout lines. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 20 July 2026 Without regular flushing, these can grow and leave a dark stain on the porcelain. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 17 July 2026 Full Smile Makeover Antalya has become one of the busiest destinations for smile makeovers, combining cosmetic procedures such as porcelain veneers with restorative treatments including crowns, bridges and dental implants. — Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for porcelain

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Berber Pottery And Embroidery In Morocco At La Palmeraie Eco Lodge, guests can visit a working pottery studio with Mohamend, a local artisan, to learn Berber pottery from clay crushing to firing.

— Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Over the years, mounds, pottery shards and other relics of Native American settlements that once dotted the swamp have been discovered.

— Drew Kann, AJC.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of pottery

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Caminero has also demonstrated improved plate discipline in 2026, earning praise from manager Kevin Cash for his selective approach.

— Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
The menu leans Mediterranean, with small plates and cocktails to tide you over in between meals.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

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Detroit’s Library Street Collective, meanwhile, offers earthenware pieces by Jake Clark that are painted with scenes of local eateries like the Ajax Tavern and Hickory House.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 30 July 2026
T-shirts and hoodies are accented with the earthenware company’s iconic artwork via prints and embroidery.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 June 2026

Definition of earthenware

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That said, the designer is all for finding creative ways to display your china that don't involve keeping pretty plates and bowls behind closed doors.

— Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Tables were set with ornate china, colored crystal glasses, silver candelabra, antique tureens, and monumental centerpieces.

— Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026

Definition of china

Noun

The Gala Tray reimagines traditional basketweaving in ceramic stoneware form.

— Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 24 July 2026
It is made from non-stick stoneware that retains heat, keeping your dishes warm or cool on the counter for longer than a traditional serving dish would.

— Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026

Definition of stoneware

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There, the recycling rate for single-use plastic packaging and food-service ware must reach 30% by 2028, rising to 65% by 2032.

— Bloomberg, Mercury News, 16 July 2026
Wash your hands at the hookah station handwash sink or the ware washing area handwash sink and you would be left with dripping hands.

— David J. Neal July 10, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026

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