ceramic cups

Fired clay vessels

Ceramic cups are drinking vessels made from fired clay, encompassing everything from everyday coffee mugs to fine porcelain teacups.

The term distinguishes them from glass, metal, or plastic alternatives: I prefer ceramic cups because they keep my coffee warmer.

Ceramic implies durability and a certain heft, though the category ranges from rough stoneware to delicate china.

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glaze · kiln · potter's wheel · handle · saucer · tea set · tea · coffee · morning coffee · pottery · clay · fired · delicate · handle with care · handmade · rim · lip · espresso

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material composition

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Polymer drinking containers

paper cups · styrofoam cups · glass cups · wooden cups · tin cups

formality/context of use

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Disposable portable drinkware

sippy cups

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G