Ceramic

/səˈræmɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A ceramic article, especially a piece of pottery.

I bought a lovely ceramic from the local artisan market.

Any of various hard, brittle materials made by shaping and then firing a non-metallic mineral, such as clay, at a high temperature.

Traditional ceramics are often used in the construction of ovens and bowls.

adjective

Made of clay and hardened by heat.

The ceramic tiles in the kitchen are both beautiful and durable.

Relating to pottery or ceramics.

She has a ceramic art studio where she teaches classes on pottery.

From the Greek word 'keramos' meaning 'potter's clay'.

ceramic tile

A tile made from ceramic material, used for flooring or walls.

ceramic art

Artworks made from ceramic materials, often including sculpture and pottery.

ceramic coating

A protective coating made from ceramic materials, often used in automotive applications.

pottery

The craft of making clay pots and other ceramic ware.

glaze

A glassy coating applied to pottery for decorative or protective purposes.

firing

The process of heating ceramics to a high temperature to achieve hardness.