ceramic
1 of 2adjective
ce·ram·ic sə-ˈra-mik 
especially British kə-
: of or relating to the manufacture of any product (such as earthenware, porcelain, or brick) made essentially from a nonmetallic mineral (such as clay) by firing at a high temperature
also : of or relating to such a product
ceramic
2 of 2noun
1
ceramics plural in form but singular in construction : the art or process of making ceramic articles
2
: a product of ceramic manufacture
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Michael Harley, Forbes, 11 July 2022 Students of a religious school in Palm Beach County commemorated children who were killed during the Holocaust by painting ceramic butterflies. Sergio Carmona, Sun Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2022 Swiss luxury watch purveyor Audemars Piguet's newest timepieces feature a new self-winding chronograph and modern two-tone casing design, pairing 18-carat pink or white gold with a deep black ceramic middle case. Kendall Cornish, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2021 Carbon-ceramic brakes and rear-wheel steering are standard, as on the regular Urus, but all the active dynamic systems have been recalibrated to improve responses. Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 19 Aug. 2022 Carbon ceramic brakes also became available for the first time. Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 29 July 2022 The 22-by-15-foot swimming pool was redone with custom Art Deco-style tiles, and the decking comprises ceramic tiles designed to resemble parquet. New York Times, 27 July 2022 Yet, there wasn't a hint of protest from the engine, a drop of fade from the carbon-ceramic brakes, or a whimper of squeal from the tires – the Ultimae laughed off my punishment and challenged me for more. Michael Harley, Forbes, 4 July 2022 Artist Leo Carson spent the last 17 months creating a larger and more durable sculpture with bronze and steel after his original ceramic bust was smashed and subsequently disappeared in December 2020 from the corner of Broadway and Telegraph Avenue. Jessica Flores, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 May 2022 Adria Greenhauff, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2022 One of the inspirations behind the company is the Japanese concept of Kintsugi, through which broken pieces of pottery are mended using golden lacquer that highlights the places where the ceramic was broken. ABC News, 31 Aug. 2022 The one ceramic in the exhibition highlights a different aspect of Picasso’s art. Martina Schimitschek, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2022 The 38mm watches are made of matte black ceramic with Chanel letters on the bezel and on the black enamel dial. Carol Besler, Forbes, 25 June 2022 These oven-safe vessels, typically made from glass or stoneware like ceramic or porcelain, are great everyday workhorses for churning out easy casserole recipes, a classic meaty lasagna or treats like brioche bread pudding. Brigitt Earley, Good Housekeeping, 1 Aug. 2022 The 42 mm piece comes in a summery light blue with elements of the case in contrasting microblasted black ceramic. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 July 2022 This technique produces a rich black ceramic that’s almost as tough as steel, with a smooth, glossy finish. Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 18 July 2022 Made with a high-quality ceramic, this one will help keep all your flora healthy. Kelsey Mulvey, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 July 2022 See More
Adjective
Optional and fitted to my test car were larger carbon-ceramic rotors (390 mm front/360 mm rear). Michael Harley, Forbes, 11 July 2022 Students of a religious school in Palm Beach County commemorated children who were killed during the Holocaust by painting ceramic butterflies. Sergio Carmona, Sun Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2022 Swiss luxury watch purveyor Audemars Piguet's newest timepieces feature a new self-winding chronograph and modern two-tone casing design, pairing 18-carat pink or white gold with a deep black ceramic middle case. Kendall Cornish, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2021 Carbon-ceramic brakes and rear-wheel steering are standard, as on the regular Urus, but all the active dynamic systems have been recalibrated to improve responses. Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 19 Aug. 2022 Carbon ceramic brakes also became available for the first time. Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 29 July 2022 The 22-by-15-foot swimming pool was redone with custom Art Deco-style tiles, and the decking comprises ceramic tiles designed to resemble parquet. New York Times, 27 July 2022 Yet, there wasn't a hint of protest from the engine, a drop of fade from the carbon-ceramic brakes, or a whimper of squeal from the tires – the Ultimae laughed off my punishment and challenged me for more. Michael Harley, Forbes, 4 July 2022 Artist Leo Carson spent the last 17 months creating a larger and more durable sculpture with bronze and steel after his original ceramic bust was smashed and subsequently disappeared in December 2020 from the corner of Broadway and Telegraph Avenue. Jessica Flores, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 May 2022 Noun
The 27-inch Asher Wood Burning Fire Pit boasts a compact dome-like design built from durable, weather-resistant ceramic that'll last through multiple seasons of use. Adria Greenhauff, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2022 One of the inspirations behind the company is the Japanese concept of Kintsugi, through which broken pieces of pottery are mended using golden lacquer that highlights the places where the ceramic was broken. ABC News, 31 Aug. 2022 The one ceramic in the exhibition highlights a different aspect of Picasso’s art. Martina Schimitschek, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2022 The 38mm watches are made of matte black ceramic with Chanel letters on the bezel and on the black enamel dial. Carol Besler, Forbes, 25 June 2022 These oven-safe vessels, typically made from glass or stoneware like ceramic or porcelain, are great everyday workhorses for churning out easy casserole recipes, a classic meaty lasagna or treats like brioche bread pudding. Brigitt Earley, Good Housekeeping, 1 Aug. 2022 The 42 mm piece comes in a summery light blue with elements of the case in contrasting microblasted black ceramic. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 July 2022 This technique produces a rich black ceramic that’s almost as tough as steel, with a smooth, glossy finish. Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 18 July 2022 Made with a high-quality ceramic, this one will help keep all your flora healthy. Kelsey Mulvey, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 July 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Adjective
Greek keramikos, from keramos potter's clay, pottery
First Known Use
Adjective
1850, in the meaning defined above
Noun
1859, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Kids Definition
ceramic
noun
ce·ram·ic sə-ˈra-mik
1
ceramics plural : the art of making things (as pottery or tiles) of baked clay
2
: a product made by baking clay