Cupmaking

/ˈkʌpmeɪkɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The craft, process, or industry of making cups from materials like clay, ceramic, porcelain, or metal.

Etymology

From cupmaker + -ing (gerund form). The term reflects the organized trade and skill-based craft traditions of pre-industrial and industrial manufacturing.

Kelly Says

Chinese cupmaking became so refined that during the Ming Dynasty, a single perfect teacup could cost more than a house—talk about craftsmanship worth paying for!

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