FAIENCE

Meaning

A type of tin-glazed earthenware ceramic, used domestically for tableware and in architecture as a decorative material.

Etymology

Origin: French

Etymology tree Italian Faenzabor. French faïencebor. English faience Borrowed from French faïence, named after the city of Faenza, Italy, where it was made in the 16th century.

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

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