IPA: //ˈkriːm.wɛər//
KK: /ˈkrimˌwɛr/
A type of pottery that is light cream in color, made from clay and often used for dishes and decorative items.
The antique shop had a beautiful collection of creamware dishes on display.
Creamware is formed from "cream" (from Old English "crēam", meaning a rich, fatty substance) and "ware" (from Old English "waru", meaning goods or products). The term refers to a type of pottery that is creamy in color and texture, typically made from earthenware.
Think of 'cream' as a rich, smooth substance and 'ware' as products or goods. This helps you remember that creamware refers to pottery that has a creamy appearance.