stoneware
noun
stone·ware
ˈstōn-ˌwer 
: a strong opaque ceramic ware that is high-fired, well vitrified, and nonporous
Examples of stoneware in a Sentence
collects 19th-century English stoneware, especially soup tureens
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On one end of the spectrum, there's the Le Creuset stoneware bowl that’s affordable and homey; on the other, the Tina Frey, a quiet-luxury find that feels destined to serve Goop salads on Gwyneth’s table.
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Erin Bunch,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 June 2026
This spoon rest takes cues from vintage French stoneware, delivering the joy of a flea-market find without the effort of the hunt.
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Mina Dragani,
Architectural Digest,
18 June 2026
Matching white stoneware or tonal ceramics pieces reinforces a unified look.
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Colleen Sullivan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2026
The Stoneware Baking Dish is made of durable stoneware, and is oven safe up to 450 degrees.
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Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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Erin Bunch,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 June 2026
This spoon rest takes cues from vintage French stoneware, delivering the joy of a flea-market find without the effort of the hunt.
—
Mina Dragani,
Architectural Digest,
18 June 2026
Matching white stoneware or tonal ceramics pieces reinforces a unified look.
—
Colleen Sullivan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2026
The Stoneware Baking Dish is made of durable stoneware, and is oven safe up to 450 degrees.
—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for stoneware
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“Stoneware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stoneware. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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stoneware
noun
stone·ware
-ˌwa(ə)r
-ˌwe(ə)r
: a clay pottery used for storage utensils, tile, and ornamental wares
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