noun

earthenware

earthenware, pottery

She collects antique earthenware pots.

She collects antique earthenware pots.

This bowl is made of earthenware.

This bowl is made of earthenware.

earthenware (uncountable) a type of pottery This bowl is made of earthenware.

earthenware ((noun)) made of earthenware She collects antique earthenware pots.

Synonyms: pottery, ceramics, terracotta

A compound word from 'earthen' (made of earth) + 'ware' (goods, articles).

Break it down: 'earth-en-ware' means 'goods made of earth'. Imagine a warehouse full of earthy pots.

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