rubbio

/ˈrubjoʊ/ (rubb-ee-oh)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Italian ceramic material, also known as faience.

“The museum’s collection includes a variety of ceramics, including a beautiful piece of rubbio from 16th-century Italy.”

2. proper noun

Rubbio, a town and comune in the Province of Pesaro and Urbino in the Marche region of Italy.

“The tourists visited the charming town of Rubbio and enjoyed its historic architecture and scenic views.”

Synonyms

  • earthenware
  • faience