porcelain

US /ˈpɔrsəlɪn, ˈpor-, ˈpɔrslɪn, ˈpors-/

UK /ˈpɔ:səlɪn/

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noun

  • Shiny, delicate substance used to make dishes
  • An object made of porcelain.

adjective

  • Having a pale, delicate, and translucent appearance like porcelain.

other

  • A white vitrified translucent ceramic; china.