Earthenware (noun)

1. Pottery made of clay baked at a relatively low temperature so that it remains porous.
2. A type of pottery that is fired at a relatively low temperature, and is therefore porous and less durable than porcelain.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from earth + -en + -ware.

Examples:

1. The earthenware dishes were fragile and had to be handled with care.
2. The earthenware pitcher was used to serve water at the table.
3. The earthenware jar was used to store oil and was very valuable.
4. The earthenware vase was used to hold flowers and was decorative.
5. The earthenware plate was used to serve food and was common in many households.