pottery

American  

[pot-uh-ree] / ˈpɒt ə ri /

noun

plural

potteries

1. ceramic ware, especially earthenware and stoneware.

2. the art or business of a potter; ceramics.

3. a place where earthen pots pot or vessels are made.

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pottery British  

/ ˈpɒtərɪ /

noun

1. articles, vessels, etc, made from earthenware and dried and baked in a kiln

2. a place where such articles are made

3. the craft or business of making such articles

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Etymology

Origin of pottery

First recorded in 1475–85; potter ¹ + -y ³

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• ceramics vs. pottery

Example Sentences

Renowned pottery firm Denby has appointed administrators after it said it had struggled with rising costs in recent years.

From BBC

L.A. also has several fun creative venues that regularly bring people together, such as Junior High, a nonprofit art gallery and inclusive gathering space that hosts artist showcases, comedy nights, pottery workshops and more.

From Los Angeles Times

Everything was ready, but, needing some outlet for my excitement, I fussed with the pottery on a shelf in the corner of the shop.

From Literature

The play is set in the Potteries and explores the lives of a group of female pottery workers determined to protect their cherished "Curl Friday" factory tradition.

From BBC

Renowned 217-year-old pottery firm Denby has confirmed plans to appoint administrators saying it has struggled with rising costs in recent years.

From BBC