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delft

Syllabification: (delft)
Pronunciation: /delft/

Definition of delft

noun

  • English or Dutch tin-glazed earthenware, typically decorated by hand in blue on a white background.

Derivatives

delftware

Pronunciation: /-ˌwe(ə)r/

noun

Origin:

late 17th century (originally Delf ware): see Delft, where the pottery originated

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