Clayware: meaning, definitions and examples

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clayware

 

[ ˈkleɪwɛə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

pottery

Clayware refers to items made from clay that have been shaped and then fired in a kiln. It includes various types of pottery such as bowls, vases, and plates.

Synonyms

ceramics, earthenware, pottery

Examples of usage

  • The artisan created beautiful clayware pieces for the art exhibition.
  • The museum displayed ancient clayware from different civilizations.

Translations

Translations of the word "clayware" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cerâmica

🇮🇳 मिट्टी के बर्तन

🇩🇪 Tonwaren

🇮🇩 peralatan tanah liat

🇺🇦 глиняний посуд

🇵🇱 ceramika

🇯🇵 陶器 (とうき)

🇫🇷 céramique

🇪🇸 cerámica

🇹🇷 kil eşyaları

🇰🇷 도자기

🇸🇦 أواني فخارية

🇨🇿 keramika

🇸🇰 keramika

🇨🇳 陶器 (táoqì)

🇸🇮 keramika

🇮🇸 leirker

🇰🇿 қыш бұйымдар

🇬🇪 თიხის ნაწარმი

🇦🇿 gil məmulatı

🇲🇽 cerámica

Etymology

The term 'clayware' originated from the combination of the words 'clay' and 'ware', indicating items made from clay. Clay has been used for thousands of years to create pottery and other objects due to its malleability and ability to harden when fired. Clayware has been an important part of various cultures and civilizations, with archaeological discoveries showcasing the beauty and functionality of clayware throughout history.

See also: clay, clayey, claystone.