faience
Pronunciation: [faɪˈɛns]
Word
Context: "ceramics"
(noun) faience is a type of pottery that is made with a special kind of glass-like glaze. It’s often colorful and usually decorated with beautiful designs. Think of it like a fancy dish that you can display or use for special occasions.
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The museum has a stunning collection of ancient faience that shows how art was made long ago.
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The simple plates in the kitchen are not made of faience; they are plain ceramics.
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Do you know what faience is and how it differs from regular pottery?
Context: "historical artifacts"
(noun) faience can also refer to ceramics that were popular in ancient Egypt and the Mediterranean. These items were often used for making jewelry, small statues, and other decorative pieces. They tell us a lot about the cultures that made them.
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The archaeologists uncovered faience figures that revealed much about the ancient civilization's beliefs.
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Unlike the faience found in museums, the artifacts we discovered were not well-preserved and crumbled easily.
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What can we learn from the faience artifacts found in ancient tombs?
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