subway tile

[ suhb-wey tahyl ]

noun

1. a glazed ceramic tile, usually white and having a length twice its height, typically laid in a running bond pattern (often used attributively):

   The walls feature white subway tile with contrasting black grout, creating a striking modern look.

Word History and Origins

Origin of subway tile¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

In your fan-fic version, you can add in that blue subway tile.

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