porcelain
Произношение: [ˈpɔːrslɪn]
Слово
Контекст: «materials»
(noun) Porcelain is a type of very fine and strong ceramic material that is often used to make beautiful dishes, vases, and decorations. It is very smooth and can be very shiny.
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I love the delicate porcelain dishes my grandmother gave me.
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The cheap plates are not made of porcelain; they break easily.
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Do you know where this beautiful porcelain vase was made?
Контекст: «arts»
(noun) Porcelain can also refer to the type of art or the items created with porcelain material. Artists often use it to create detailed sculptures and decorative items.
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Her porcelain figurines are admired by everyone in the art show.
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The paintings are lovely, but the porcelain pieces didn't impress the judges.
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Have you ever seen any famous porcelain artworks?
Контекст: «appearance»
(adjective) When something is described as porcelain, it means it looks very smooth, delicate, and often bright white, like the porcelain material.
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She has porcelain skin that looks very soft and smooth.
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His skin is not porcelain; it has some rough patches.
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Why do people say her complexion is porcelain-like?
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