ceramics

[ suh-ram-iks ]

noun

1. (used with a singular verb) the art or technology of making objects of clay and similar materials treated by firing.
2. (used with a plural verb) articles of earthenware, porcelain, etc.

ceramics

/ ˈsɛrəmɪst; sɪˈræmɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular the art and techniques of producing articles of clay, porcelain, etc

Derived Forms

• ceramist, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of ceramics¹

First recorded in 1855–60; ceramic, -ics

Example Sentences

Piezoelectricity, which translates from Greek to mean pressing electricity, usually found in ceramics or polymers, is also present in human biomolecules.

From Science Daily

"The process is called sintering, which aggregates fine particles together into a more solid state. It is similar to powder metallurgy in the manufacturing of ceramics," continues Tsumori.

From Science Daily

The British Museum is to receive what is believed to be the highest-value gift ever received by a UK museum with the acquisition of £1bn worth of Chinese ceramics.

From BBC

The British Museum is to be given Chinese ceramics worth £1bn in what is believed to be the highest-value gift received by a UK museum.

From BBC

Tiki mugs have a long, robust history rooted in handmade ceramics, and these are made in collaboration with designers such as sculptor and Disney Imagineer Tom “Thor” Thordarson.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• wares