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
Hard water is water that contains naturally occurring minerals that can cling to and stain porcelain surfaces (like your toilet bowl’s waterline), often with a reddish or brown tint.
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Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 25 Jan. 2026
Mosaic, ceramic, porcelain, glass tiles can dictate whether the tone of the space is vibrant and energizing or tranquil and toned down.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
During the summer ski jumping season when competitors slide down ceramic or porcelain tracks and land on bristly plastic mats, the team tried to adjust to the new ski suit dimensions.
—Brian Melley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
The Ayyars dipped into our lives like a tea bag into the whiteness of a porcelain cup.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
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Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 25 Jan. 2026
Mosaic, ceramic, porcelain, glass tiles can dictate whether the tone of the space is vibrant and energizing or tranquil and toned down.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
During the summer ski jumping season when competitors slide down ceramic or porcelain tracks and land on bristly plastic mats, the team tried to adjust to the new ski suit dimensions.
—Brian Melley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
The Ayyars dipped into our lives like a tea bag into the whiteness of a porcelain cup.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for porcelain
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The Studio, a signature space at the heart of the resort, will host hands-on art, pottery, and culinary workshops by day, then transform into an intimate stage for live jazz and acoustic performances at night.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
3 Feb. 2026
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In addition to fiber arts — work created primarily from natural or synthetic fibers, such as yarn, thread, and fabric — painting, drawing and pottery also help spur creativity and take time and dedication, the perfect outlet while trying to whittle down screen time.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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Hellrigl is responsible for the food at the conference, and her touch is everywhere — bamboo utensils, paper plates, plastic-free coffee cups — along with the fresh fruit and whole-grain veggie kiosks lining the hallways.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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The lobby, reminiscent of a living room, is designed with a mix of rattan lanterns, locally made ceramics, antique blue-and-white porcelain plates, potted plants, and piles of books.—
Gisela Williams,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2026
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Strolling past glass display cases of fossils and earthenware artifacts, my eyes landed on a rack by the main entrance with flyers advertising children’s events and local flea markets.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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For a crash course on all things yachimun, and to see early examples of the earthenware, check out the Naha City Tsuboya Pottery Museum.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
16 Jan. 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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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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Including lamps, throw pillows, and the most luxe-looking stoneware—from $27.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Jan. 2026
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The facility’s ware washing machine had no detectable sanitizer after three attempts.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
January 30,
Sacbee.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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And while the food needs to be delicious, the serving ware should be just as appetizing.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
30 Jan. 2026
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For afternoon tea and old-world fine dining with a jazz soundtrack, The Estate House veranda pulls in a warm breeze, and dishes such as lobster and ravioli, and mushroom and truffle velouté with brioche strips wrapped in Italian lardo are served on antique crockery.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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The kitchen is a chef’s dream, fully stocked with Le Creuset crockery, Japanese knives, and BOSH appliances, while the living room calls you to flop in front of the TV on the velvet sofa.—
Katharine Sohn,
Architectural Digest,
19 Dec. 2025
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“Porcelain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/porcelain. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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