Potter: meaning, definitions and examples
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potter
[ หpษtษr ]
artisan, craft
A potter is an artisan who shapes and creates objects out of clay and hardens them by firing in a kiln. This craft has been practiced for thousands of years and produces a wide variety of items, including pottery, ceramics, and stoneware. Potters often design functional items such as bowls, vases, and dishes, as well as decorative art pieces. The process involves several stages, including wedging the clay, shaping it on a potter's wheel, and glazing before firing. The art of pottery has cultural significance in many societies, often passed down through generations.
Synonyms
ceramicist, clayworker, craftsman.
Examples of usage
- The potter shaped the clay into a beautiful vase.
- She took a class to learn pottery from a local potter.
- The potter's workshop was filled with colorful ceramics.
- He admired the potter's skill in creating intricate designs.
Translations
Translations of the word "potter" in other languages:
๐ต๐น oleiro
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฎเฅเคนเคพเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Tรถpfer
๐ฎ๐ฉ pengrajin tembikar
๐บ๐ฆ ะณะพะฝัะฐั
๐ต๐ฑ garncarz
๐ฏ๐ต ้ถ่ธๅฎถ
๐ซ๐ท potier
๐ช๐ธ alfarero
๐น๐ท รงรถmlekรงi
๐ฐ๐ท ๋์๊ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุตุงูุน ุงููุฎุงุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ hrnฤรญล
๐ธ๐ฐ hrnฤiar
๐จ๐ณ ้ถๅทฅ
๐ธ๐ฎ lonฤar
๐ฎ๐ธ keramik
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะตัะฐะผะธัั
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแแแ แแก แแกแขแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ keramika ustasฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ alfarero
Etymology
The word 'potter' originates from the Middle English 'pottier', which derives from the Old French 'potiere', meaning 'one who makes pots'. This, in turn, comes from the Latin 'pottus', meaning 'pot'. The practice of pottery dates back to prehistoric times, with the oldest known pottery pieces found in East Asia dating as far back as 20,000 years ago. The role of the potter has always been crucial in the development of human culture, as pottery meets both functional and artistic needs. Over centuries, different cultures have developed their unique styles and techniques in pottery, leading to a rich tapestry of pottery traditions around the world. From ancient civilizations to modern studios, the potter's craft continues to evolve and maintain its significance in society.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #17,658, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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