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词汇 queensware
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Definition of queensware in English:

queensware

nounˈkwiːnzwɛːˈkwēnzwer
mass noun
  • A type of fine, cream-coloured Wedgwood pottery.

    女王陶(英国的一种精致的奶油色的韦奇伍德陶器)

    a dinner and dessert service in queensware
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Wedgwood did not invent creamware or Queensware, but the changes which he made in the body and glaze about 1759 created a revolution in the potters' trade and made earthenware popular for daily table use.
    • Josiah Wedgwood brought this ware to a high state of development and in 1763 named it Queensware for Queen Charlotte.
    • The square platter in the English Queensware pattern was damaged in a fire, and black cracks caused by the heat and smoke were evident throughout.
    • The so-called stores then kept groceries, queensware and a general assortment of goods, with usually a bottle of whiskey on the counter for such customers that wished to help themselves.
    • It is known that even George Washington had a ‘Queensware’ set, which he consistently renewed to keep up with the times.

Origin

Mid 18th century (as Queen's ware): named in honour of Queen Charlotte (wife of George III), who had been presented with a set in 1765.

Definition of queensware in US English:

queensware

nounˈkwēnzwer
  • A type of fine, cream-colored Wedgwood pottery.

    女王陶(英国的一种精致的奶油色的韦奇伍德陶器)

    a dinner and dessert service in queensware
    Example sentencesExamples
    • It is known that even George Washington had a ‘Queensware’ set, which he consistently renewed to keep up with the times.
    • The square platter in the English Queensware pattern was damaged in a fire, and black cracks caused by the heat and smoke were evident throughout.
    • Wedgwood did not invent creamware or Queensware, but the changes which he made in the body and glaze about 1759 created a revolution in the potters' trade and made earthenware popular for daily table use.
    • Josiah Wedgwood brought this ware to a high state of development and in 1763 named it Queensware for Queen Charlotte.
    • The so-called stores then kept groceries, queensware and a general assortment of goods, with usually a bottle of whiskey on the counter for such customers that wished to help themselves.

Origin

Mid 18th century (as Queen's ware): named in honor of Queen Charlotte (wife of George III), who had been presented with a set in 1765.

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