Ceramic Terminology

noun a type of ceramic ware made from clay that is fired at a low temperature, typically unglazed

adjective relating to or made of earthenware

• The museum displayed a collection of ancient earthenware pottery.
• I found a beautiful earthenware vase at the flea market.
• Check out this cool earthenware mug I got from the thrift store.
• Her words were like delicate earthenware, easily shattered by criticism.

noun a type of brick that is designed to withstand high temperatures, typically used in fireplaces or furnaces

• The exterior of the building was made of firebrick to ensure fire resistance.
• I love the look of the firebrick fireplace in our living room.
• That firebrick oven makes the best pizzas in town.
• His anger burned like a firebrick, intense and unyielding.

noun a thin, shiny coating or film

verb to apply a glaze to something, giving it a glossy finish

• The potter carefully applied a layer of glaze to the ceramic vase.
• I love how the glaze makes these donuts look so shiny and delicious.
• Check out the glaze on those rims, they look so cool!
• Her smile had a glaze of sadness, hinting at hidden emotions.

noun a person who makes pottery

• The potter carefully molded the clay into a beautiful vase.
• My neighbor is a talented potter who makes amazing ceramics.
• I heard that new pottery class is lit, the potter is really cool.
• She was like a potter, shaping the future of her children with love and care.