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earthenware - Dictionary Entry

earthenware

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

IPA: /ˈɜːrθənˌwɛr/

Phonetic: URTH-uhn-wair

Definitions

  1. Pottery made from clay and hardened by heat.
  2. Ceramic objects, often glazed or painted, used for decorative or practical purposes.

Usage Examples

  • "The museum displayed ancient earthenware pots."
  • "Earthenware dishes are commonly used in rural households."

Etymology

Derived from Middle English erthen (made of earth) and ware (products or goods).

Synonyms

  • Pottery
  • Ceramics
  • Terracotta

Antonyms

  • Metalware
  • Plasticware
  • Glassware

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishlozaLO-tha
Frenchterre cuitetehr kweet
GermanIrdenwareIR-den-va-re
Chinese陶器Táoqì
Japanese陶器Tōki
Hindiमिट्टी के बरतनMiṭṭī ke bartana
Tamilமண்ணுப்பாண்டம்Maṇṇuppāṇṭam
Teluguమట్టి పాత్రలుMaṭṭi pātralu
Bengaliমাটির পাত্রMāṭir pātra
Marathiमातीची भांडीMātīcī bhāṇḍī
Punjabiਮਿੱਟੀ ਦੇ ਭਾਂਡੇMiṭṭī de bhānḍe

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /ˈɜːrθənˌwɛə/
  • American English: /ˈɜːrθənˌwɛr/

Historical Usage

Earthenware has been used since prehistoric times, with early examples found in Mesopotamian and Chinese cultures.

Cultural Nuances

In many cultures, earthenware vessels are associated with traditional cooking and storage methods.

More Information

Earthenware is considered eco-friendly due to its natural materials and biodegradability. It remains popular for artisanal pottery and sustainable living practices.

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