For easier understanding , here is the list of common terms used in pottery: AbsorbencyBisqueBlack coreBlackhardBone chinaBurnishingCasting slipCeramic changeCeramicsCheesehardChinaClayClaybodyCoilingConesContractionCrazingDecorativeDuntingEarthenwareFiringFlamewareFritGlazeGlaze fitGreenwareGrogHand buildingHigh-temp glazeIntermediate glazeKilnLeadLeatherhardLow-temp glazeLustersMajolicaOvenwareOxidationPinchingPorcelainPorosityPotter’s wheelPotteryRakuSalt glazeShrinkageSlabSlipStonewareTemperatureThrowing or wheel-thrownVitrificationWareWedgingWhitehard
