terracotta
/ˌtɛɹəˈkɒtə/
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Simple Meaning
a hard, brownish-red clay used for making pots and tiles.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📚Academic Writing
Upper Intermediate — fluent in familiar topics
Examples in Conversation
“I love the terracotta pots on your balcony; they look so warm.”
“The ancient statues were made of terracotta.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A hard red-brown unglazed earthenware, used for pottery and building construction.