English Explanatory Dictionary

earthenware

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An opaque, semi-porous ceramic made from clay and other compounds.

Pronunciation

/ˈəːθ(ə)nwɛː/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-earthenware.wav

Word forms

earthenware earthenwares

Etymology

From earthen + -ware, first recorded appearance in 1673. Compare Dutch aardewerk (“earthenware”).

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