Synonyms for
Ceramic
Definition
Ceramic is a type of material that is made by heating clay or other materials in a kiln. It is often used to make dishes, bowls, and other decorative items.
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Common collocations
- ceramic tile
- ceramic glaze
- ceramic art
- ceramic material
- ceramic engineering
- ceramic coating
- ceramic capacitor
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Usage note
Ceramic refers to hard, brittle, heat-resistant and corrosion-resistant material made by shaping and then firing an inorganic, non-metallic substance, often clay, at high temperatures. It is commonly used to describe objects made from this material, such as pottery or tiles.
Example sentences
- I bought a beautiful ceramic mug at the store today.
- The artist used ceramic to make a sculpture.
- My mom collects ceramic figurines.
- The kitchen floor is tiled with ceramic tiles.
- The vase was made of delicate ceramic material.
Quotes
The ceramic thing is really cool.
I like ceramic plates for my food.
Ceramic can be very fragile and break easily.