Minton

British

/ ˈmɪntən /

noun

1. fine-quality porcelain ware produced in Stoke-on-Trent since 1793
2. ( as modifier )
  
  Minton plate

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Etymology

Origin of Minton

C19: named after Thomas Minton (1765–1836), English potter

Example Sentences

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Content producer Blair R. Minton posted a thoughtful video commentary on the type of hive mind masculinity aligning against Megan.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

In an interview this month, Zanny Minton Beddoes, the editor of the Economist, pressed Carlson on that framing.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

"My shopping list is things that have a competition," said Kazzy Minton, 63, from Freshwater East, Pembrokeshire.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2024

The show also featured an interview with Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor in chief of The Economist, and dispatches from the correspondents on the campaign trail.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2024

Thomas Minton of Stoke assisted in the completion of it, being articled as an engraver at Caughley.

From The Collector's Handbook to Keramics of the Renaissance and Modern Periods by Chaffers, William

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