ceramic mug

Fired clay vessel

A ceramic mug is a drinking vessel made from fired clay, typically with a handle, used for hot beverages like coffee or tea.

The term distinguishes it from mugs made of glass, metal, or plastic.

Ceramic mugs retain heat well and are a staple of home and office kitchens: She wrapped her hands around the ceramic mug to warm them.

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handle · glaze · kiln · stoneware · sip · warm · cozy · morning · clay · pottery · dishware · gift shop · breakfast · steam · cupboard · kitchen cabinet · fired · handmade

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Opposites
material composition

ceramic mugpaper cup

Disposable drinking vessel

styrofoam cup · plastic cup · crystal goblet · crystal glass · wooden cup

formality/vessel type

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Tall stemmed wine glass

stemware · goblet · chalice · demitasse

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