Definition

A type of glass or glass-like material that is used in making ceramics, glazes, or enamels.

Example

The artist used frit to create a beautiful glaze for her pottery.

Conversation

Have you ever worked with frit in your art projects?

Yeah, I used some to create a nice glaze for my pottery.

That sounds interesting! What type of frit did you use?

I used a cobalt blue frit to give it that vibrant color.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To convert a substance into a form suitable for melting, often used in ceramics and glassmaking.

Example

The artist decided to frit the raw materials before shaping them into glass.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I learned that you can frit glass to create some cool textures.

Really? I had no idea that was a technique.

Yeah, it’s pretty interesting how they frit it before using it in art.

Root Explanation

The word 'frit' originates from Middle English 'frit', which means to break or crumble. It is derived from the Old French 'frit', meaning fried or cooked in fat. The term is often used in the context of ceramics, referring to a material that has been pre-fused or partially melted before being ground into a powder for use in glazes or other applications.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for fried, 'frit', to remember that 'frit' refers to a material that has been broken down or prepared for use, much like how food is prepared by frying.

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