CHINA


Meaning of CHINA in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' ch ī -n ə

Function: noun

Etymology: Persian ch ī n ī Chinese porcelain

Date: 1579

1 : PORCELAIN also : vitreous porcelain wares (as dishes, vases, or ornaments) for domestic use

2 : earthenware or porcelain tableware

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